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Children's medical charity providing free, safe surgery to children born with cleft conditions.
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09/01/2026

Huge thank you to Sunil and Amy from Northlight Dental, who took on the London to Brighton Cycle Ride in 2025 in memory of Sunil’s mother, Kiran. 💙

They chose Operation Smile because it’s a cause Kiran would have been passionate about, wanting to help children around the world who need access to life-changing healthcare.

Together, they raised an incredible £2,358, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Thank you to everyone who supported them along the way. We’re sure Kiran would have been very proud.

Fundraising like this helps children born with cleft conditions access the care they need. Follow Operation Smile UK to find out more.

07/01/2026

Cleft surgery can be relatively simple, but the impact it has on the rest of a child's life is immense.

Follow Operation Smile UK to find out more 💙

05/01/2026

Last year, we shared Adolphe’s story and how innovation is helping to expand access to cleft care. One year on, his journey shows just how much can change. 💙

When we first met Adolphe, he was a six-month-old baby, not yet walking or talking. Today, he’s on the move – toddling along beside schoolchildren in their uniforms, full of curiosity and confidence. 👣✨

Adolphe was born with a cleft lip and palate in north-west Rwanda. Thanks to free care at a hospital close to home, working in partnership with Operation Smile, he was able to receive safe surgery without his family having to travel long distances. “We are so happy it could be done nearby,” his parents shared. 🏥

His story was first featured in a BBC StoryWorks film highlighting how Operation Smile, alongside partners like Microsoft, is using AI to support cleft care – helping surgeons assess outcomes and bring expert guidance to places where specialist access is limited. That innovation, combined with investment in local hospitals and training, means care is reaching more families, faster. 🌍

Today, Adolphe’s family can walk through their community without fear of stares, and his mother dreams of a future filled with education and opportunity. “No one thought it was possible,” she said. “They thought it was a miracle.” 🌱

Tap the link in comments to see more photos and read how Adolphe’s story reflects the wider impact of comprehensive cleft care and strengthened healthcare systems.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! As we head in to 2026 we’re celebrating the incredible volunteers who make our surgical programmes possible…

After 45 years in nursing, Liz wasn’t ready to slow down – she was ready for something more. 💙

From paediatrics and neonatal care to lecturing and high-dependency units, Liz had seen it all. But with her children grown and a new season of life opening up, she chose to take her skills somewhere they were needed most.

Since 2021, Liz has volunteered on six Operation Smile surgical programmes across Egypt, Morocco, the Philippines and Ecuador, supporting children and families before and after surgery. As a pre- and post-operative nurse, she helps families feel safe, informed and cared for – often with bubbles, crayons and a lot of reassurance. ✨

“The operation is only the beginning,” Liz says. Ongoing care, confidence-building and trust are just as vital as surgery itself. That’s where nurses like Liz make such a difference.

Volunteering has reignited her love of nursing and opened up a whole new world – one built on compassion, connection and global community. 🌍

Read Liz’s story via our website, and thank you to Liz for your incredible support of Operation Smile.

30/12/2025

Thank you from Operation Smile for all you have done to support our work with children born with cleft conditions around the world. We wish you all the best for 2026. 😁✨💙

29/12/2025

We love sharing Shine's story, especially at this time of year. ✨💙😁

Shine’s mum Patience cried and cried when she saw her baby daughter. 😢 Her doctor told her that surgery for her cleft condition was possible thanks to Operation Smile – but Patience didn’t really believe it.

Then her sister saw a poster. A poster showing a baby just like Shine – before and after surgery.

When Patience brought Shine to an Operation Smile surgical programme, she realised she wasn’t alone. 💙 And when Shine was placed back in her arms after surgery, Patience felt truly happy for the first time in many months.

Back home, everything changed. Her neighbours, who once turned away, now wanted to hold her beautiful little girl. ✨

Today, Shine is thriving. She’s happy, a fast learner, and surrounded by friends.

Children like Shine are what Operation Smile is all about. Thank you so much for your support. 😀

28/12/2025

Once bullied for her cleft, Narya now stands proud with a classroom of friends by her side. Her scar is proof of all she overcame. We can't wait to share more about her story in the New Year, as part of Operation Smile's new campaign. Watch this space!

27/12/2025

Young Heritiana was one of our superstars in 2025. Born in one of Madagascar’s most remote villages, Heritiana came into the world with a severe cleft lip and palate. At five years old, he weighed just 10kg – the average weight of a one-year-old. His family couldn’t afford care, and the nearest hospital was hours away.

Determined to find help, his father walked for hours with him to reach an Operation Smile medical programme. But when they arrived, doctors discovered he had pneumonia and was too weak for surgery. It was a devastating setback – but not the end of his story.

Operation Smile helped Heritiana to receive treatment and nutritional support. Eight months later, he was healthy and finally ready for the surgery that would change his life forever ✨

Donations make life-saving medical programmes like this possible. Thank you for helping give children like Heritiana the care they so desperately need 💙

26/12/2025

As the year draws to a close, we're excited to share an amazing video with you. It’s from Operation Smile colleagues in some of the countries where we work, who will no doubt fill your heart with joy this Christmas. 💙✨

From creating new smiles in Malawi and offering cleft training in Ghana, to providing nutritional support in countries like Mozambique, and transforming the future for thousands of children across the globe... everything we do at Operation Smile is made possible by our supporters and partners.

Thank you for sharing our determination to change the lives of children with cleft conditions. 😁 Please like this post to show your support for our in-country teams. 👍

24/12/2025

For Christmas Eve, we have a wonderful story of community and hope.

Hundreds of people gathered at a district hospital in eastern Rwanda, hoping to be seen, screened and treated. Among them was Chris Joy, a six-year-old balancing confidently on crutches after losing both feet in a devastating accident as a baby. 🏥

Through Operation Smile’s focus on providing comprehensive cleft care – including plastic surgery, training and hospital support – local healthcare facilities are being strengthened across Rwanda. That investment doesn’t just support children born with cleft conditions. It also means hospitals are better equipped to care for children like Chris Joy, closer to where they live. 💙

By training local surgeons like Victoire and expanding surgical care beyond major cities, families no longer have to travel across the country for help. Care becomes faster, safer and more sustainable for whole communities. ✨

Chris Joy is now trying his first real prosthetics and taking steps towards a more independent future. His story shows how strengthening cleft care can transform far more than one life. 👣

Tap the link in the comments to read more about Chris Joy’s journey and how comprehensive cleft care helps build stronger healthcare systems, and we wish you all a merry Christmas. ✨

22/12/2025

If you're rushing to get everything done, or maybe feeling a bit overwhelmed by the festive season, here's a moment of joy to help us reflect on the year and everything we can achieve together for children like Leana. 💙

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Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm

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http://www.operationsmile.org.uk/

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