As you prepare to come for the Luo festival today, don't also forget to come and learn about clefts. We have a big team on ground offering free consultation services and creating awareness about clefts. Together we can create more Smiles. Smile Train Africa Smile Train UK

During her recent visit to 🇹🇿, Smile Train VP & Regional Director for Africa, Mrs. Nkeiruka Obi, met with key health leaders & visited partner hospitals to strengthen cleft care systems. Every visit was a step toward ensuring every child can smile with confidence.

Wrapping up an inspiring #WorldBreastFeedingWeek. By 2026, Smile Train is committed to global nutrition for those impacted by clefts. Click on the link below to read the 5 year vision for global Nutrition. ow.ly/Yfb050WyrvN

“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” Thich Nhat Hanh May this smile from our patient from #Mozambique brighten your week and inspire you to keep spreading smiles. #smileoftheweek

Meet Kellen and her son Eric, from Uganda. Through Smile Train’s local nutrition program, Eric’s family received expert support to help him gain weight safely. Eric is thriving and dreams of becoming a doctor. Read Eric’s story ow.ly/9TMT50WCxyq #CleftNutrition

It’s Monday, and you know what that means, time for our #SmileOfTheWeek! 💙 Could anything brighten your week more than Anjarasoa’s radiant smile? Every child deserves the chance to smile. Know a child with clefts, please help us find them [email protected]

Looking forward to the pleasure of your company on Tues, 19th Aug 2025 at 1600 GMT/ 1700WAT/1800 CAT/1900 EAT for a presentation by Jakisa Timothy., Nutritionist at Trinity International Medical and Surgical Center (Smile Care), Uganda. Kindly register lnkd.in/e-EEsWks

Smile Train, in a bid to raise awareness on the importance of proper nutrition for cleft-affected children, collaborated with TOONZ Animation to create a step-by-step Feeding Instruction video. Watch n share. ow.ly/wNLW50WCxU2 #PrioritizingBreastfeeding #CleftNutrition

Smile Train is investing in Africa’s future by empowering local healthcare professionals, We supported a BLS/PALS training in #Ghana led by Dr. Anastasia Ohene & Obiageli Joan Martyn-Dickens, bringing together professionals from across Ghana to learn CPR & team dynamics.

A warm smile doesn’t need any language because it is the language of kindness. May our smile bearer from Zimbabwe, on this last week of August inspire you to show kindness. #SmileOfTheWeek

Meet Yohanes from Ethiopia. Yohanes was born with a cleft lip and palate. Thanks to Smile Train’s local nutrition program, his family received guidance on how to feed him and he gained enough weight for surgery. Today, he is thriving. Read story smiletrainafrica.org/2023/01/05/nev…

Every child deserves to thrive, including those with clefts. With proper care, they can gain confidence and build connections. Know a child with a cleft? Help us find them: [email protected]

Meet Bonitus from Tanzania! Born with a cleft lip, he faced stigma but excelled in school and football. After his second surgery, he became a respected counselor. "Thank you, Smile Train. You restored my smile and my future." #CleftAwareness @SmileTrain

On June 21, Smile Train held a Partners Engagement Forum in Addis Ababa with 48 partners and government representatives, celebrating collaboration in cleft care. Hear insights from Dr. Sunny O. Philips and Prof. Mekonen Eshete! #CleftCare #SmileTrain #Advocacy

Every child's cleft journey is unique. Early ENT, dentist visits and speech therapy can make a difference. Smile Train Africa is here to support our patients throughout this journey. Know one? Contact [email protected]! #CleftAwareness #SmileTrain

Meet Misgana from Ethiopia! Born with a cleft lip, his mother Turungo was confused and afraid until a health worker connected her with Smile Train. After a free cleft surgery, Misgana's smile shines with hope and the mother full of gratitude. Learn more: ow.ly/Rtkc50WRIsw

🥳In the press! Science Nigeria features an opinion piece by Susannah Schaefer & Prof. Peter Donkor on the launch of Smile Train’s first Cleft Leadership Centre in Africa. Read the article: ow.ly/yCN850WUmKR #CleftCare #clc4africa #LocalLeadership #CleftStrong #Ghana

From Sept 2–5, #SmileTrain hosted the 1st-ever French StART Pediatric BLS training in #Madagascar! ✅ 20 participants ✅ 7 new certified Trainers ✅ 3 partner hospitals This is just the beginning of something BIG. #stART #BLS #PediatricCare #FrenchPilot #HealthcareTraining

Cleft is not just a physical condition; it can deeply affect a child's self-esteem and confidence. With timely medical support, love, and comprehensive care, every child can embrace their uniqueness and thrive. Know a Child with a cleft? Help us find them; [email protected]

Join us on Sept 16, 2025, at 1600 GMT / 1700WAT/ 1800 CAT/1900 EAT for an exciting Telecleft lecture by Barbara Amponsah Frimpong, Principal Nursing Officer, National Cleft Care Centre (CLC), #Ghana. Register now: ow.ly/ERzK50WWv0J Looking forward to hosting you!