What is an AA sponsor?

September 10, 2025

By Andy F

Categories: Sponsorship

My Polish sponsor, “Meszuge” I was 25 years sober when I first met Witold (pronounced Vitold) in London. Witold is also known as ‘Meszuge.’* This is the pseudonym he uses as an author and blogger. Witold wrote several books about recovery from alcoholism using the Twelve-Step approach. His books are popular in the Polish fellowship. […]

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David B – A “Top Gun” AA sponsor

David B

June 2, 2023

By Andy F

Categories: Sponsorship

R.I.P. Deceased 15th January 1998 Who was David B? The history of AA in the UK would not be complete without mentioning David B. In the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s, David became a well-known and somewhat controversial figure. He was the founder member of the “Vision for you” group. They had a reputation for being […]

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What is an AA sponsor?

Image of three people walking across a ravine with a hand holding up a Big Book so they can safely walk across

July 21, 2021

By Andy F

Categories: Sponsorship

Questions and Answers on Sponsorship AA is a pure democracy. There are no hard and fast rules about what an AA sponsor is. There are only guidelines. These guidelines are offered in the AA conference-approved pamphlet. It is called “Questions and Answers on Sponsorship.” This pamphlet covers all the important questions and concerns about the […]

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