by Admin | Jan 23, 2019 | blog
Noemia and her mother, Bendita. Photo: Zeke du Plessis. Braving the world together At Operation Smile we understand the special bravery of children like Noemia. Although it’s often hidden by shyness, this courage endures teasing and mockery, with...
by Admin | Aug 1, 2018 | blog
Life changing journey for two little sisters When we first met Vaviroa and Nambina on our medical mission to Tamatave, Madagascar, the little sisters hid shyly behind their parents. Years of bullying taught these young girls that the world didn’t want to see...
by Admin | Aug 1, 2018 | blog
Before and after in Madagascar When Mampionona was born, his mother did not know what to say. She had just seen her sister die from illness. And she was very emotional. “We named him Mampionona,” Tantely, the baby’s aunt explained. “In Malagasy, it...
by Admin | Aug 1, 2018 | blog
Lala’s tireless efforts resulted in 33 patients from his district traveling to the Antananarivo medical mission in April 2016. Of these, 21 adults and children received surgery. Others will return during our next mission. A Passion for Malagasy Smiles...
