The objectives of ACLAPA as a Not–-for–profit association are

• To provide a venue for the discussion of current topics of interest concerning all aspects of the management of persons with cleft lip and palate and associated conditions.

• To provide a multi-disciplinary forum for presenting new work and research concerning cleft lip and palate and associated conditions.

• To stimulate and enhance study and clinical practice of all disciplines involved in the management of persons with cleft lip, cleft palate, or associated conditions.

• To encourage cooperation amongst those specialists interested in the management of persons with cleft lip, cleft palate, or associated conditions.

• To stimulate public awareness and support of the habilitation of persons with cleft lip, cleft palate or associated conditions.