See the Smiles at Operation Smile

Please join Operation Smile at their Global Headquarters in Virginia Beach for a brief tour and introduction to the medical, educational, and student involvement that Operation Smile provides all over the world!

Operation Smile is a children’s medical charity that has had a presence in more than 60 countries to provide free, safe treatment and surgery for those who suffer from facial deformities such as cleft lip, cleft palate and other surgically amenable conditions. The organization works to build self-sufficiency and sustainable health care infrastructures in our host countries. To do this, Operation Smile trains local doctors to treat children in their own communities, donates crucial medical equipment and supplies, builds public-private partnerships and creates and mentors in-country foundations to increase capacity. Operation Smile is committed to raising public awareness, educating and serving as an advocate for children born with cleft lip and cleft palate and the need for safe, well-timed and effective surgery. Through partnerships, Operation Smile is conducting research to ultimately help prevent the number of new children born with clefts by identifying the root causes. By inspiring action and leadership, the organization has mobilized thousands of volunteers from more than 80 countries and hundreds of student clubs and associations around the world. Operation Smile educates and encourages communities to spread awareness and strengthen understanding about cleft conditions, treatment and the effect one person can make by taking action. 

What a blessing this organization has been all over the world. And what a privilege to have it right here in Hampton Roads. You are sure to find this visit a fascinating opportunity!