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ABC 10 (California): "Operation Smile works to provide free, safe cleft surgery"
West Coast Development Director Joan Gachuhi is a Sacramento State Hornet and Folsom resident. She says she's always wanted the opportunity to serve her community.
"As a first generation Kenyan American, I have on many occasions been on the receiving end of what we call Harambe, which means 'all pull together.' For me to be able to give back to my community, be able to put my my talents to a mission that improves people's lives, that is all I could ask for," said Gachuhi.
6 ABC Action News (Pennsylvania): "Hometown Hero: Chester County, Pa. woman helps deliver smiles around the world"
KENNETT SQUARE, Pennsylvania (WPVI) -- A Chester County woman is improving the lives of children around the world by giving them the gift of a new smile. Noreen Kessler from Kennett Square has been volunteering with Operation Smile for nearly 30 years.
The San Diego Union-Tribune (California): "Opinion: Volunteering with Operation Smile to help children with speech has been a gift"
By Liana Yee, Operation Smile volunteer speech language pathologist. "... This year, I’d like to reflect on my fulfilling work with global surgical nonprofit Operation Smile and express how truly meaningful and impactful helping those with limited access to health care can be. ..."
Al Paredón (Colombia): Mónica Bachue feature
Operation Smile Ambassador Mónica Bachue was recently featured on DirecTV Colombia's "Al Paredón," a news program that elevates social impact stories. Reaching more than 460,000 viewers, the program highlights Colombian entrepreneurs and companies that are working on inspiring projects.
ABC 10News (California): "San Diegan Hoping to Inspire Others to Volunteer"
In recognition of International Volunteer Day, Operation Smile speech volunteer Liana Yee was recently featured on ABC 10News in San Diego for her work with Operation Smile.
WVEC (Virginia, U.S.): "'Cycle For Smiles' wraps up months-long global fundraiser in Virginia Beach"
The cycling event crossed the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel to wrap up the fundraiser for Operation Smile. Photojournalist Bono Herrera brings you their story.
CNN Philippines: "Operation Smile has brought smiles to patients in need of cleft care and other essential surgeries"
For 40 years, Operation Smile has brought smiles to patients in need of cleft care and other essential surgeries. Most recently, the team visited Cebu to make a difference to Filipino children's lives.
WVEC (Virginia, U.S.): "'Smiling today, seven surgeries later' | Former patient, doctor reunite at Operation Smile 40-year celebration"
... One of the surgeons who helped [Shaun Warnecke] through a lot of his care is plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Rosenblum.
Rosenblum volunteered with Operation Smile as a medical student when his dad encouraged him to go on a [surgical program]. He said since then, he was hooked on the organization's efforts and decided to focus on plastic surgery to help children like the ones treated by Operation Smile. ...
CNN Philippines: "NGO provides health care for those with cleft lip, palate | The Final Word"
"The Final Word" with Rico Hizon is CNN Philippines' flagship late-night news program focusing on the most significant news stories of the day from the Philippines and around the world. In this interview with Operation Smile Philippines executive director Emiliano Romano, he and Hizon highlight Operation Smile's work in the Philippines and delve into the foundation's current initiatives, including Women in Medicine, their 40th anniversary and plans for the new care center in Cebu.
