Cleft Lip and Palate Association of Ireland

The Cleft Lip and Palate Association of Ireland is an Irish-based support group for those born cleft lip and/or palate and their parents. It is a voluntary organisation and a registered charity.

The Association was founded in 1981 and established as a limited company in 1988. It has branches in Dublin, Cork and Galway.

Aims and Activities
The Association is involved in:-


 * Organizing lectures for parents, patients and medical personnel.
 * Organizing events and activities for families and patient groups.
 * Supporting research into the causes and treatment of cleft lip and palate.
 * Providing funds for the purchase of medical equipment.
 * Providing information through the provision of a newsletter, information leaflets and its online presence.
 * Providing financial support to medical personnel and students in furtherance of their medical knowledge and training.

The Association is also a member of the European Network of Cleft Support Groups.