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Smile Train UK

@smiletrainuk

Smile Train is the world’s largest cleft charity. We empower local medical professionals to provide free cleft treatment. 2 million surgeries in 90+ countries.

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“I cannot express in words how precious it was to hold him then. It felt like he was reborn.” 💙 Precious words from Nur's mother, Mir following his cleft surgery. Read his story here: tinyurl.com/4rp92axe

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Omar from Somalia faced early challenges with his cleft, but thanks to Smile Train and Kalkaal Hospital, he received life-changing surgery. His mother, Fadumo, says it "lifted a huge weight." Now, Omar is thriving, playing, and embracing life. donate.smiletrain.org.uk/givenow

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For those parents who have just discovered their new baby will be born with a cleft, this one's for you! 💙


Zabriena's Smile: A Dream Come True 🌟 Born with a cleft, she faced challenges, but with Smile Train UK's care, she got life-changing surgery & now thrives. Your donation provides free cleft care, empowering kids to live their dreams. tinyurl.com/58ztnc6y

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We did it! 🌎 Smile Train set a Guinness World Record™ this World Smile Day® by lighting up 64 landmarks globally in honor of our 25th anniversary. From London’s BT Tower to sites across India and Manila and worldwide, we're proud to spread smiles around the world. 💙


Our Ambassador Stacey and beautiful son Dylan are our #SmilesOfTheWeek! 😍 When asked about her cleft journey she said: “I feel confident about my smile now and I am proud of the journey I have been on to get to this stage.”

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Smile Train has been helped over 12,300 patients in Kenya receive free comprehensive cleft care from local medical partners to allow them to live a healthier life. 🇰🇪

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Ezequiel’s cleft initially worried his mother about his future, but Smile Train’s local partners in Argentina assured her he’d receive the care he needed. Now, Ezequiel enjoys life to the fullest, painting and playing with friends. Donate today: tinyurl.com/bdcp42hv

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Say hello to our Ambassador, Nischala! 👋 As she grew older, she learnt a different way to fight back to those who commented on her cleft. She decided to embrace her uniqueness and seek out friends who would help her live with confidence.


Ever wondered what the most googled questions about Smile Train are?🤔


Kaqui faced isolation as a child with a cleft. He lost his main support when his father passed, leaving school to work. At 19, he found free cleft surgery through a Smile Train partner, transforming his life. Now, he has a job, a supportive partner, and hope for the future!

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TEAM EMPOWER NEEDS YOU! 💪🏼 Sign up to the Bath Half Marathon and turn your miles into smiles for cleft -affected children across the world. Find out more: smiletrain.org.uk/get-involved/t…

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"Finding the beauty in yourself and other people is the best feeling a person can feel.” We're so proud of our Ambassador Olivia on her journey to loving her smile! 😊 #SmileOfTheWeek

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Thanks to your generous donations, our dedicated medical partners in Vietnam have helped over 30,000 cleft-affected patients in the region alone. 🇻🇳

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After facing bullying due to her cleft, Maryan finally received life-changing surgery at Kalkaal Hospital, thanks to Smile Train. Now, Maryan is thriving in school and embracing a bright future. ✨

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Our amazing Ambassador, Matilda, shares her life-changing experience visiting Ethiopia on a Journey of Smiles. She saw firsthand how your donations transform the lives of cleft-affected patients. Help bring more smiles to children worldwide — donate today! 💙


Looking for a new running challenge in 2025? Strap on your trainers and join @st_teamempower and turn your miles into smiles. Head to our website to sign up for the Bath Half Marathon: smiletrain.org.uk/get-involved


Meet Shubham from India! 🇮🇳 Born with a cleft, his family faced financial struggles and societal judgement. But everything changed when a neighbour introduced them to Smile Train. Thanks to free surgery at Savitri Hospital, Shubham’s life transformed, giving his family new…

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Koli Abi, a social worker in Togo, raises awareness about cleft care in rural areas. With Smile Train’s support, he helps families access free cleft surgery, breaking stigma and spreading smiles across communities. Learn more: tinyurl.com/eud9bbkz

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We're always so grateful to our celebrity Ambassadors who use their platform to raise awareness of Smile Train's work globally. Our Ambassadors include @ElizabethHurley, @MPeopleHeatherS, James D'Arcy and more. smiletrain.org.uk/celebrities

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