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Operation Smile has transformed lives around the world by providing care to patients for more than 40 years.
- Cleft Explained Get the basics on cleft conditions.
- Surgery and Beyond Learn how cleft care is more than surgery.
- Real-Life Stories Read stories from our patients and volunteers.
Using AI to Help Create New Smiles and Rebuild Lives

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We are transforming communities through education, empowerment and collaboration.
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- Where We Work Explore the countries and regions we work in.
- Health Workforce Strengthening Read how we're educating health care providers.
- Youth Empowerment Read about our commitment to the next generation.
- Policy and Advocacy See how we work with governments to create change.
- Strategic Partners Explore our nonprofit and NGO partners.
- Thought Leadership Learn how we are at the forefront of our field.
Give children the chance to grow up without life-threatening health problems and social stigma.
- Ways to Give Learn about how you can transform lives.
- Share Your Medical Expertise Become a medical volunteer.
- Student Programs Join our global community of students.
- Advocate for Us Spread the word about us.
- Partner With Us Become a corporate partner.
Since our founding in 1982, Operation Smile has believed that access to safe surgery is not a privilege, but a universal human right.
- Our Story and Impact Explore our rich history and exciting future.
- Our Leadership Meet our leadership team.
- Corporate Partners Learn about our corporate partners.
- Financials and Reports Read our annual reports and financial statements.
- News and Media Read the latest news from us.
- Interactive Learning Center Visit us in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
- Careers Find a career that matches your passion.
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- Cleft Explained
- Surgery and Beyond
- Real-Life Stories
- Where We Work
- Health Workforce Strengthening
- Youth Empowerment
- Policy and Advocacy
- Strategic Partners
- Thought Leadership
- Ways to Give
- Share Your Medical Expertise
- Student Programs
- Advocate for Us
- Partner With Us
- Our Story and Impact
- Our Leadership
- Corporate Partners
- Financials and Reports
- News and Media
- Interactive Learning Center
- Careers

Advocate for Us

Sharing information about Operation Smile can help transform lives and health systems around the world.

Be a Voice for Us

Do you use social media? Attend lodge meetings or religious services? No matter what community you participate in, you can share information about Operation Smile’s work and the need for increased access to essential surgical care around the world.

Speak with Community Groups

Share information about Operation Smile and cleft conditions with your faith-based or community group. As a member of a local organization, you can help your community understand Operation Smile’s global mission.

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Use Your Voice on Social Media

Use your voice on social media. By sharing posts on social media, you can help your friends and followers understand our transformational work.

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Fundraise for Us

Create a Smile Fund to help raise critical funds to transform lives.

Learn about Smile Funds

Start a Student Club

If you are a current student, you can transform lives by getting involved in our Student Programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about advocating for Operation Smile to your community.

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Thought Leadership

Using AI to Help Create New Smiles and Rebuild Lives
Thought Leadership

The Innovative Leader Behind Operation Smile’s Medical Oversight and Safety
Students

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Supporters

Beast Philanthropy Brings Operation Smile’s Good Works to Tens of Millions
Supporters

Test Your Knowledge with Our Cleft Quiz
Thought Leadership

Meet the Doctor Mixing Data and AI to Help Expand Operation Smile’s Global Impact
Students

Meet George from Rwanda
Care Providers

Visit With a Surgical Volunteer in Mexico
Care Providers

From Medical Records Volunteer to Executive Director
Education

Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week
Care Providers

Through a Resident’s Eyes
Thought Leadership

Sharing Knowledge, Strengthening Health Systems

Get Involved

You can give children a chance to grow up without life-threatening health problems, social stigma, isolation and feelings of hopelessness.

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