China

After Surgery, Qi Xiu Walks With Dignity

For 66 years, Qi Xiu couldn't walk her grandchildren to school without being laughed at by people in her community. Surgery changed everything.

Malawi

After 35 Years, Tereza is Finally Free

Surgery gave Tereza a new smile and newfound commitment to educating her community about cleft so no one else would endure the loneliness she did.

Ghana

It’s Never Too Late for a New Beginning

After living 51 years with a cleft lip, Yohana never imagined she'd receive the surgery she deserved. Then one day, everything changed.

Madagascar

Going the Extra Mile for Smiles: Madagascar Nutrition Program

In the communities hit hardest by the pandemic, our local team in Madagascar took action and provided life-saving nutritional support to patients and families.

Madagascar

Roman Waited 19 Years for His New Life to Start

For nearly two decades, Roman lived with the burden of his unrepaired cleft lip.

Global

Celebrating National Mentoring Month: Our Volunteers Create Lasting Impacts

Through mentorship and training opportunities, our volunteers empower future generations of health care leaders.

United States

Connor’s Journey Led Him to Give Birthday Smiles

Born with a cleft lip and cleft palate, 11-year-old is raising funds for Operation Smile in lieu of birthday gifts.

Colombia

Perseverance and Resilience: Lexxi’s Journey of Healing Through Operation Smile Colombia

VIDEO: Lexxi lived with an untreated cleft lip and palate in a remote and impoverished region of Colombia until her mother connected with Operation Smile.

Philippines

As If He Didn’t Have a Name

VIDEO: Safe surgery gave Joseph the confidence to pursue his education without the fear of being bullied.