Neto’s Cleft Made Him an Introvert. Now It Makes Him an Inspiration
His mother’s wisdom now motivates a whole new generation
Behind the Smiles: Dr Preciosa Bento
Our Program Assistant for Southern Africa reflects on what working at Smile Train is really about
Giving Children with Clefts Their Smiles Back in Tanzania
A peek at just some of the lifesaving work Smile Train makes possible each day
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My Marathon Summer
Our Manager of Team EMPOWER reflects on three marathons in three weeks
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Never Sleep on Yohanes
More proof that nothing is stronger than a mother’s love
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“She Is Our Pride and What Gave Us Strength”
How a family from rural Togo overcame superstition and fear to get their daughter the care she needed
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Samrat Was Always a Perfect Baby
His family saw past his cleft, even when others couldn’t
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Ukraine’s Dr Natalia Tetruieva Was Always a Healthcare Hero
What our partner in Kyiv wants you to know
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Elifeleth’s Parents Always Stayed Strong for Him
Elifeleth was born a healthy baby. With Smile Train’s help, his family watched him grow into a strong and confident child.
With Every Breath, Esvin Defies the Odds
His family thought a child like him could never make it. Then they encountered Smile Train