Sharing patient experiences from a lifetime of care.
Looking to join the ACPA community? ACPA offers Affiliate Membership to individuals who do not work in the cleft/craniofacial field as a healthcare provider but have an interest in cleft/craniofacial care and the goals of the Association. Affiliate membership is intended for family members or individuals affected by a cleft/craniofacial difference, or non-healthcare employees of a cleft/craniofacial nonprofit organization.
The ACPA membership cycle runs by calendar year (January 1 – December 31). ACPA does not offer prorated membership dues. View ACPA’s Code of Ethics.
2026 Affiliate Membership dues are $125. Special Offer: From July 1 – September 30, new members can join ACPA for the remainder of 2026 at 50% off the standard rate.
Membership Benefits
ACPA provides benefits to support members’ needs and to promote optimal patient care. Affiliate Members are encouraged to take advantage of the following opportunities:
Surround Yourself with Both Peers and Experts
Meet the experts in cleft and craniofacial care and bond with fellow family members and those with lived experience by attending ACPA’s Annual Meeting at a reduced rate.
Receive the Industry’s Leading Academic Journal
Your ACPA membership includes an online subscription to The Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal (a $422 value)*, the international academic journal that publishes research on etiology, prevention, diagnosis and treatment in all areas of craniofacial differences.
Increase Your Knowledge Year-Round
Register free for live webinars and receive discounted rates on enduring learning activities in our Online Learning Library throughout the year.
Connect with Members
Post discussions, ask questions, and share resources on the ACPA Online Community. Affiliate members have their own private group within the Online Community to interact with fellow family members and affected individuals.
Dive Deeper into Dedicated Topics
Network and learn from ACPA Members with special interest groups – 22q11.2 Related Disorders, APP, Care Coordination, Feeding Nutrition and Growth, Global Care, Mental Health/Psychosocial, and Research Development.
Gain Exclusive Access to the Member Directory
The membership portal includes access to the ACPA member directory.
Discuss the Latest in Cleft/Craniofacial Care
Participate in virtual topic-based discussion forums.
Receive Enhanced Financial Support and Resources
Manage your finances with convenient online banking and lending solutions exclusive to ACPA Members.
Enhance Your Leadership Skills
Get involved with ACPA by leading discussions and joining committees.
Become a Member
Your unique experience is a key component to accomplishing our vision of leading interdisciplinary cleft and craniofacial care so that patients and families thrive. When you join ACPA, you can share your experience with professionals while bonding with fellow members who have lived journeys similar to your own.
Become a Member Today