The 13th International congress of Cleft Lip, Palate and Craniofacial Anomalies was held at Radisson Blu Resort, Temple Bay, Mahabalipuram, from 8th Feb – 11th Feb, 2017 in Chennai. The 13th international Congress will impact the advancement of technology has been a noon in improving the quality of care provided to individuals with cleft and craniofacial anomalies. It was hosted by southern regional chapter of Indian society of cleft lip and palate craniofacial anomalies. Our faculty Dr Arvind shivkumar was a part of the organising team and is actively involved in welfare developments