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12 Step National Meetings is an independent recovery resource with information on 41 support group categories. Explore meeting formats, learn about different fellowships, and find resources for yourself or someone you care about.
Our live Narcotics Anonymous meeting finder uses listings maintained by participating NA service bodies. Other categories currently provide program information. Coverage varies, and meeting details should be confirmed with the source before attending.
Recovery meeting formats and support group resources
What is 12 Step National Meetings?
An independent recovery resource with information on 41 support group categories and a live Narcotics Anonymous meeting finder.
Learn moreOpen vs. closed meetings
Open meetings welcome anyone. Closed meetings have fellowship-specific attendance requirements. Check the listing before attending.
Find a meetingHow a typical meeting flows
Meetings may include readings, introductions, sharing, and voluntary contributions. Formats vary by fellowship and group.
Meeting formatsBeginner meetings
Led by a long-sober member. Question-friendly, centered on the first three steps — no preparation needed, just show up.
Groups near meSpeaker meetings
A member shares their full story — where they were, what changed, how the program helped. Usually open to the public.
Articles & tipsLiterature & step study
Readings from the Big Book or 12 Steps & 12 Traditions, worked through in rotation with optional workbooks.
Step pagesSponsorship & support
Members with sustained sobriety mentor newcomers one-on-one — daily calls, shared experience, a steady voice between meetings.
Explore support groupsStart or list your meeting
Can't find a local meeting? We provide guidance to establish a new group and list it in the national directory — free.
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