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Plain Language Big Book - AA's more comprehensible message
Plain Language Big Book - AA's more comprehensible message
Plain Language Big Book - AA's more comprehensible message
Wednesday 24th July 2024
Joe C. and Mary C. discuss the new plain language version of AA's Big Book, exploring its impact on accessibility and inclusivity.
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Episode Overview
- The new plain language Big Book reduces the original text by 25%
- Gender-balanced language is introduced while maintaining key terminologies
- The aim is to improve accessibility for those with lower reading comprehension levels
- Discussion on AA's shift from peer-to-peer support to a book-based society
- Strategies for implementing change within an established organisation like AA
The big picture issue for me is we have admitted that the big book isn't all things to all people and can be altered or improved
In this episode of Rebellion Dogs Radio, host Joe C. and guest Mary C. dive into the fascinating changes coming to the AA Big Book with the introduction of a plain language version. The new edition aims to make the text more accessible by simplifying the language, reducing the original 164 pages to 122, and introducing gender-balanced language. Mary C.
shares her thoughts on these changes and reflects on how the new version could impact AA's future and its members' experiences. They discuss the reasons behind this rewrite, including improving comprehension for those who found the original text challenging. The episode also touches on AA's evolution from a peer-to-peer support group to a book-based society and debates the best ways to implement change within such an established organisation.
Joe and Mary explore how modernising AA literature can help it stay relevant and inclusive for a diverse membership. The conversation is both insightful and engaging, shedding light on the potential benefits and challenges of updating a cornerstone of AA literature. If you're curious about how AA is adapting to meet the needs of its members, this episode is a must-listen.