I am excited to announce that the nomination period for ACPA’s 2020 Association Awards and the application period for ACPA’s Professional Scholarships are now open. I invite you to submit an application and/or nomination for one of ACPA’s many honors … Read More
ACPA’s Leadership Development Opportunities
One of the ways ACPA displays its commitment to providing resources for patients and families is by supporting the cleft and craniofacial professionals who provide their care. Through ACPA’s many resources such as the The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal, Online Learning … Read More
ACPA Spreads Research Through The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal
The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal is an excellent resource for professionals in the ACPA community, providing professionals with the latest basic science and clinical research of cleft and craniofacial anomalies. I am pleased to announce that the journal is having more … Read More
Spread Awareness with ACPA in July
July’s National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month is just around the corner. This exciting time of the year is an excellent opportunity for our community to come together as we further ACPA’s mission to create a world where people with … Read More
ACPA Board of Directors Update
The ACPA Board of Directors met in April to discuss several strategic issues, including a meeting with the Membership Committee for a presentation from McKinley Advisors on the results of the member research. McKinley conducted member research through interviews, focus … Read More
Celebrating ACPA’s 76th Annual Meeting – and The Volunteers Who Make it Possible
It is that time of year again – time for healthcare providers, researchers, educators and students to gather for ACPA’s Annual Meeting. More than 800 professionals and individuals interested in cleft and craniofacial research, clinical and team-driven care will meet … Read More
Introducing the ACPA President’s Circle and Keystone Society
Over the years, ACPA has benefited greatly from donors who value our work and support our mission to create a world where people with cleft and craniofacial differences thrive. Many people show their gratitude by making a personal gift to … Read More
New Strategy Focuses on the Individuals ACPA Supports
Under the direction of ACPA’s 2018 President, Amelia F. Drake, the ACPA Board of Directors collaborated with the National Office Team to update the strategic plan. This is the first time the organization has conducted strategic planning since the merger … Read More
Seizing Opportunities in 2019
Dear Colleagues and Friends of ACPA, Happy New Year and welcome to 2019. We are poised to take our organization to the next level, and I am thrilled to be working with the board, national office team, and our Executive … Read More
Celebrating 2018 and Looking to the Future
It has been my honor to serve ACPA as its president over the past year. This was the year we celebrated ACPA’s 75th Anniversary. We highlighted members on the blog and celebrated our history with a timeline and commemorations at … Read More