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Children's medical charity providing free, safe surgery to children born with cleft conditions in more than 30 countries around the workd where healthcare is harder to access.

05/04/2026

This Easter, we’re celebrating the life-changing cleft surgeries taking place for children around the world. 💙

We’re so grateful to everyone who helps make this possible, and to the children and their families for allowing us to share their stories.

You can find more on our website, but for now, we hope you have a wonderful, happy and healthy Easter weekend – and that the sun makes an appearance. ☀️

Thank you, as always, for your support.

03/04/2026

You can really see the magic happening in moments like these. 💙

Medical volunteers supporting children, families and local medical teams at our surgical programmes around the world.

Every one of them helps to make sure the impact lasts far beyond the time they’re there, through sharing their skills, experience and care.

This Easter, we just wanted to say thank you – to all our amazing volunteers and supporters.

Wishing you a lovely Easter weekend. 💙

02/04/2026

A smile in your inbox 💌

Want to see how incredible supporters like you are changing lives every day? Be inspired by powerful, heartwarming stories from Operation Smile’s work around the world.

Sign up to our e-newsletter today: https://bit.ly/operationsmileemailfb

01/04/2026

Do you remember Heritiana from our TV advert last year? 💙

Some of you got in touch after watching the advert to ask how he was doing and if he ever got his life-changing surgery. We're delighted to share that he did. And, after five years of worry, his dad Olivier finally saw his son receive the cleft surgery he’d been hoping for. A moment he’ll truly never forget.

Read Heritiana's full story:
https://www.operationsmile.org.uk/stories/heritianas-story/

30/03/2026

Meet Abril, a trainee nurse and former Operation Smile patient who's now giving back to others in the most inspiring way. 💙

Born with a cleft palate in Puebla, Mexico, Abril discovered Operation Smile at 16. Before her surgery, she struggled with speech, which affected her confidence. But with life-changing cleft care and speech therapy, she found her own voice.

Today, she's using that experience to support others. As a volunteer with Operation Smile Mexico, Abril welcomes patients at surgical programmes, helps families with paperwork and supports medical teams behind the scenes. Now studying at university, she's determined to keep making a difference and help more children get the care they deserve.

"Share your knowledge and talent to make a difference in your community,” she says.

28/03/2026

It’s been 20 years since Operation Smile first started working in Mexico. Here is what supporters like you have helped to achieve over the past two decades – and what is yet to come!

💙 Over 6,420 patients supported with high-quality cleft surgery and care.
💙 Our team carried out over 60 surgical programmes across the country.
💙 Operation Smile expanded access to care in partner hospitals, like Faro del Mayab hospital in Mérida, bringing cleft care closer to home
💙This year, Operation Smile aims to train over 400 medical providers in the fields of cleft surgery, anaesthesia, paediatrics, nursing, biomedical technology, speech and oral health.

All of this amazing work will help ensure more children can access the care they need, closer to home.

👉 Read more about 20 years in Mexico and what the future holds:
https://www.operationsmile.org.uk/stories/a-1000-new-smiles-and-counting/

27/03/2026

Did you know, Operation Smile has been working in Mexico for over 20 years?

In that time, we’ve provided safe cleft care and surgery to over 6,420 patients, including children like Lilia. 💙

It’s an incredible milestone, and a powerful reminder of how your support transforms lives.

Thank you. 😁

26/03/2026

If you’ve ever worried about the health of a child you love, you’ll know how heavy those moments can feel. 💙

Wanting the best for them, worrying about their health, and hoping they can access the care they need can be overwhelming. Now imagine facing all of that… without knowing if care is even possible.

For many families around the world, accessing safe cleft surgery is challenging because of distance, cost, time and uncertainty when travelling to healthcare centres.

Mexico is just one example. Over the last 20 years, the Operation Smile Mexico team has supported more than 6,400 patients there – helping to bring care closer, build trust within communities, and support families when they need it most.

We’re continuing to expand care, train local teams, and reach even more children – in Mexico and far beyond.

👉 Read more about 20 years in Mexico and what the future holds:
https://www.operationsmile.org.uk/stories/a-1000-new-smiles-and-counting/

25/03/2026

5-year-old Lilia bursts into the room, filling it with energy and hugging everyone she meets at the surgical programme in Puebla, Mexico. 💫

Since we first shared Lilia’s story last year, she has continued to grow in confidence. Her experience is a reminder that with long-term care and support, children born with a cleft condition in already difficult circumstances can thrive.

Lilia had her first surgery to treat her cleft lip in 2021, when she was one year old, and her second surgery to treat her cleft palate in 2022. Alongside surgery, she was fitted with a feeding plate moulded to the roof of her mouth, helping her swallow properly and stay healthy in those crucial early months.

“Operation Smile was always there for us, not just for surgery but with speech therapy and psychosocial support,” Valeria recalls. “It was a beautiful experience. If I cry now, it’s from happiness.”

Since then, she has continued receiving comprehensive cleft care, including speech therapy, orthodontics and follow-up checks at our partner hospital that help her speak clearly, thrive at school and grow with confidence.

This week we’re marking 20 years since we began supporting patients like Lilia in Mexico, and we can’t wait to share more stories…

Meanwhile like this post to show your support for children like Lilia and her mum. ❤️

20/03/2026

Let’s celebrate International Day of Happiness with some big smiles. 😁💙

A smile has the power to change someone’s day… a life… even the world.

To our incredible medical volunteers, partners and supporters – thank you. Your kindness, skill and support make moments like these possible every single day.

Help us share the happiness. Drop a 😊 in the comments and pass it on...

19/03/2026

In many parts of the world, safe, affordable surgery just isn’t a given.

Hannah waited 18 years to access cleft surgery – living with the impact of her condition every single day until she found Operation Smile.

Despite being surrounded by a supportive family, Hannah still recalls how strangers would shout abuse whenever she passed. And how people she knew refused to eat meals with her. She says she didn’t feel ‘human’ back then.

For International Day of Happiness, Hannah's story is a reminder of how cleft surgery and care brings new joy and a future full of possibilities.

Find out more about Hannah and her inspiring story here:
https://www.operationsmile.org.uk/stories/the-path-to-happiness-hannahs-story/

18/03/2026

If you’re looking for a reason to smile… 💙

Last year, 1,800 patients accessed life-changing cleft surgery thanks to our incredible supporters of Operation Smile UK – and we think that’s definitely something worth celebrating this International Day of Happiness coming up on Friday!

Every smile tells a story of care, connection and people coming together to make a difference.

Share this post to bring a smile to someone’s day. 💙

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