Mexico

Scenes of Hope: Guadalajara Medical Mission

Volunteers from around the world came together and screened 196 potential patients at Operation Smile's February 2019 medical mission in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Mozambique

Braving the World Together

For 10 years, Noemia lived with a cleft lip until her mother learned that surgery was possible through Operation Smile.

Malawi

Common Threads

Operation Smile Student Programs, Days for Girls, the Nourish Collective and Sew Dignified unite to teach patients and parents how to create reusable sanitary pads.

Nicaragua

Care for Brighter Futures: Iris' Story, Part 1

VIDEO: After living with an untreated cleft lip and cleft palate for 11 years, Iris arrives at the Operation Smile Nicaragua care center for free, comprehensive care.

Ethiopia

Daniel’s Drive: Training Ethiopian Surgeons

With Dr. Daniel Getachew leading plastic surgery at Jimma University Specialized Hospital, Operation Smile is developing the next phase of training for his unit.

Madagascar

A Dad’s Dream for His Daughter

“I dream that after surgery, she’ll go to school and be like any other child," said Brunel's dad, Armand.

Children Unite Us All

VIDEO: Dr. Bill Magee, Operation Smile Co-Founder and CEO, underscores the true power of trust and collaboration.

Mexico

Keeping Our Promise: Mexico Medical Missions

In response to September's devastating earthquakes, generous Operation Smile supporters pull through for Mexican children in need of cleft surgery.

Thailand

Double the Smiles

When twin brothers Lak and Ou were born with cleft conditions, their parents were devastated. Then, surgeries from Operation Smile changed everything.