Our Stories

Denied care as a child, she had to relearn to speak at age 20

A story of maternal love and faith bringing a family light out of darkness

First it was their children. Now, Smile Train partner GSI is giving cleft moms unimagined opportunity, too.

How Dr. Aliyu Farinyaro and Dr. Amaka Ehighibe are Leading the Way

The story of a cleft mother’s bravery, in her own words.

Nkunda had to hide in the bushes on his journey to school every day. Something needed to be done. 

Nigeria's first female oral surgeon has dedicated her career to improving the lives of children with clefts across the country. She found a worthy partner in Smile Train.