News and Stories

Firefighter Rich recently shared his story of growing up with a cleft in CLAPA's latest Cleft Youth Magazine.

“The Appearance Matters conference was a great opportunity to share our findings with peers in the sector, from across the UK and internationally."

We’re looking for a new Involvement Coordinator.

We’re looking for a new Youth Engagement Coordinator.

Maddie tells her story of dealing with bullies and learning to love her authentic self.

CLAPA's celebrity patron Carol Vorderman, and her brother Anton, discuss the lack of support for families affected by cleft before CLAPA, and the importance of raising awareness.

Charlotte tells us about overcoming anxiety, embracing your differences and her career in theatre.

Lucy talks about the impact that CLAPA has had throughout her life so far.

Researchers at Newcastle University are looking to speak to people with lived experience of cleft palate (born with or without cleft lip) to explore why children born with a cleft have poorer school outcomes than other children of the same age.

Doctors and scientists based at Great Ormond Street Hospital, University College London and the Wellcome Sanger Institute near Cambridge are planning research into new genetic causes of cleft.

We’re looking for a new Brand, Communications and Creative Trustee.

CLAPA has had its first big success in influencing government legislation – reinforcing our role as advocates for people born with cleft.