VOICED: Bringing smiles to Brazil

The video highlights the transformative impact of cleft palate surgeries performed by Operation Smile, an NGO that provides free surgeries to children like Wesley. The surgeries not only improve physical appearance but also boost confidence, allowing children to integrate into society. The video discusses the causes of cleft palates, global statistics, and the social benefits of these surgeries.

What organization is responsible for providing free cleft palate surgeries?

• Doctors Without Borders

• Operation Smile

• Red Cross

• World Health Organization

What is a cleft palate primarily caused by?

• Genetic factors or malnutrition

• Environmental pollution

• Lack of exercise

• Excessive sugar intake

How many people has Operation Smile helped over the years?

• 130,000

• 50,000

• 100,000

• 200,000

What is the prevalence of cleft palate in Brazil?

• 1 in 500

• 1 in 650

• 1 in 1000

• 1 in 800

What is one of the social benefits for children after cleft palate surgery?

• They become better at sports

• They become taller

• They gain confidence to attend school

• They learn a new language