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… and wife needed surgery, but he had no money. The woman on the other end was so friendly he could practically hear her smile as she assured him that that was no problem at all. Siriza and Janerose sitting in the hospital just before their … the mirror, she hardly recognized herself. She immediately picked up her phone and told her parents to come see her new smile. Always Everywhere on Time Unlike other cleft organizations that fly outside doctors on medical missions into then out of areas of need, Smile Train’s unique, sustainable model makes world-class cleft care available for free 365 days a year in over 75 …
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… not a problem. He knew a doctor named Onah who could perform the surgery at the National Orthopaedic Hospital. A local Smile Train partner “He works with Smile Train,” he said. At first, Ugwuoke was hesitant. She knew she wanted Immaculata to receive surgery, but she was … gather enough money for this surgery? However, her brother reassured her. The surgery would be sponsored entirely by Smile Train. Their family would not have to pay for anything. All they needed to do was to show up at Dr. Onah’s office. …
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… have been at risk of severe malnutrition had Rona not eventually been referred to Harare Central Hospital, their local Smile Train partner. There, local experts performed the free cleft surgery that changed his life at age three. Today, the … few years ago, David didn’t even understand what the story meant. Local Care, Global Impact Since our founding in 1999, Smile Train has empowered 2,100+ healthcare workers across more than 90 countries to provide world-class cleft care … trust no outside group could ever replicate. That trust is what brought Rona to Harare Central Hospital so her son could smile, and now it’s helping her with the next thing she needs: money so he can stay in school and keep his hopes …
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… I didn’t move until the surgery was over. I was very afraid. I wanted to be with him, to hold his hand.” The seconds inched by. She felt herself aging one year for every leaden creak of the clock. Then she heard a squeak behind the door and knew at once it was her Federico being wheeled out of the operating room. She rose, clenched his hand, and vowed to never let it go again. The surgery had only …
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… Systems and Technology Wendell Thomas has served as the Vice President of Information Systems and Technology at Smile Train since February 2022, where he leads the Information Technology department’s management of global technology … Wendell comes with over 20 years of technology experience in the non-profit and for-profit sectors. Before joining Smile Train, Wendell brought his information technology and security expertise as Vice President, Information Technology …
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… Bill Swersey Bio Bill Swersey Senior Vice President, Communications Bill is Smile Train’s Senior Vice President, Communications, leading the organization’s digital and traditional communications, brand, storytelling, and media … other events for The New York Times, Time, Newsweek, Sports Illustrated, and others. He was based in Moscow, Russia from 1991-1996, documenting the aftermath of the fall of the Soviet Union. Bill has a Masters in Digital Media from NYU’s …
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… Successful Entrepreneur He didn’t speak until he was 18. Now, people flock to hear him talk. Harkirat Singh Paras is a Smile Train patient from Amritsar, India. Below, he shares how he overcame the odds to become a true renaissance man. … they were optimistic and were determined to get me the best treatment as soon as possible. I underwent six surgeries at Smile Train partner hospitals — the first five at Guru Nanak Dev Hospital and the sixth at Amandeep Hospitals, Amritsar. … children, who ask my mother about me during my checkups. When she tells them about my achievements, their million-dollar smiles and reassured expressions make my heart swell with pride. I still remember that emotional day when a father who …
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… surrounded by people who did. Doctors and nurses quickly stepped in to soothe their fears, explaining that KKUH is a Smile Train partner, which meant they were in exactly the right place. Thita picked out a name for her baby girl: … her? What if she doesn’t wake up?” Pim, before and after cleft care Pim always emerged safe and healthy. And thanks to Smile Train, both surgeries were completely free, so the family never had to take on lifelong debt simply to get their … plays the ukelele, and is a big fan of Lisa from the singing group Blackpink. Pim and Bongkot meet Phensiri Charoensuk , Smile Train’s Program Manager for Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand Pim is now receiving Smile Train-sponsored speech therapy …
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… finance functions, including strategy, budgeting, planning, and building finance infrastructure to better support Smile Train’s mission. Premali has over two decades of experience with record accomplishments in designing, … financial operations by streamlining complex processes for an array of social impact organizations. Prior to joining Smile Train, she held finance leadership positions at various non-profit, for-profit as well as audit and consulting …
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… health problems clefts can cause. The strong, barrier-breaking women and girls you’ll meet below prove how Smile Train’s unique, local model works every day to #BreakTheBias against not only people with clefts, but women … Universe, Miss USA, and countless others committing to build a more inclusive world today and every day. Be sure to tag @SmileTrain in your post so we can amplify your pledge to our global audience! Pioneering Partners Introducing just a few … personified. Read More Emily Manjeru, Kenya I am honored to be among the talented, inspiring women leading at Smile Train Africa. The organization has empowered us to thrive not only in our femininity but also to use our voices and …
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… My ‘Why’”: Craig Bachrodt Runs 100 Miles in 29 Hours in Honor of Moms An unforgettable story of grit, guts, and determination One of Craig Bachrodt’s most cherished memories is of running through the woods on a snowy, sunny day outside Rockford, IL, when he was in high school. The snow was several inches deep, up past his feet — nearly 40 years later, he can still feel the … her museum was always spotless. “Mom had four teenagers and a white carpet,” marveled Craig. “She would sometimes vacuum at 3 a.m.” You Can Never Run on the Same Trail Twice In 2001, Craig followed in the family business and bought a …
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… that tragedy, Danai rose from unthinkable grief to start the Shumiro Sarah Crystal Magandi Trust, a local nonprofit (and Smile Train partner) whose goal is to provide emotional and logistical support to every cleft-affected family in … friends as trustees, and the Shumiro Sarah Crystal Magandi Trust was born. That WhatsApp group is also how I came across Smile Train. Sibusisiwe Yona, Smile Train’s Program Manager for Southern Africa , messaged me one day asking for admin permission. I didn’t know her at …