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His father abandoned the family when he was born with a cleft. His mother never stopped trying to make him smile

After 17 years of exclusion, her new smile helped her community see the truth about clefts.

Supporters experience Smile Train in action

Comrade Olubunmi Lawal-Aiyedun

How Mouhamed’s cleft might forever change cleft care in Cameroon

When Vivian started school, the kids laughed at her so much she didn't want to live. Then she met someone who told her she should become a model. 

Nigeria's first female oral surgeon has dedicated her career to improving the lives of children with clefts across the country. She found a worthy partner in Smile Train.

Nkunda had to hide in the bushes on his journey to school every day. Something needed to be done. 

Kamse was excited for his first day of school, but, when the day finally came, he was taunted all day long. Kamse ran home and begged his grandfather never to make him go back.