1. The primary purpose of INTERGROUP is to aid the central Florida area groups in their common primary purpose of carrying the message to the alcoholic who still suffers.

  2. Our functions are as follows:
  1. Respond to phone or walk-in requests for help from alcoholics and, when appropriate, arrange for AA volunteers (listed with INTERGROUP) to accompany them to an AA meeting.
  2. Maintain “AA” listings in local phone directories and internet websites, handle phone and mail inquiries, and route them to local groups, thus distributing 12th step work on a geographical basis so that newcomers are assured of help.
  3. Distribute up-to-date meeting list via the hardcopy Where &When and the INTERGROUP website.
  4. Stock and sell AA literature.
  5. Serve as a communication center for participating groups, often issuing regular newsletters or bulletins to keep groups informed about one another.
  6. Arrange systems for groups to exchange speakers.
  7. Coordinate the efforts of INTERGROUP committees.
  8. When available provide information on treatment facilities, hospitals, and halfway houses.
  9. Handle request for information about AA from local news media, arrange local radio or TV programs about AA, and furnish speakers for schools and non-AA organizations.
  10. Cooperate with local, district and area committees; elect members to serve as area liaisons and welcome their participation in INTERGROUP meetings.
  11. Maintain communication and cooperation – but not affiliation – with the community and helping professionals in the field of alcoholism.
  12. Carry information on groups that are wheelchair accessible, or signed for deaf members.

Reprinted from the By-Laws of Central Florida Intergroup, Inc.