by Rachel Winer | Nov 16, 2018 | Myanmar, Stories, Thailand and Laos
TF is committed to building the capacity of cleft teams around the world, and to supporting our incredible partners in their own professional growth. We encourage knowledge sharing and ongoing training – which occasionally leads to professional development...
by Rachel Winer | Oct 1, 2018 | Myanmar, Stories
Baby Nang* charms everyone she meets! The smiley one-year-old is absolutely doted upon by her mother (who constantly has to chase after her energetic little girl). Nang was the family’s firstborn. They live in Myanmar, where her father works as a labourer for $6...
by Rachel Winer | Aug 31, 2018 | Stories, Thailand and Laos
7-year-old Pwint is soft-spoken and shy during our interview – happily letting her energetic and giggly little brother take centre stage. He looks to her often for reassurance as he entertains us with his antics, making sure she is also laughing at his jokes. We see...
by wpadmin | May 11, 2017 | Stories, Thailand and Laos
Aung* is an inspiration. At only 18 years old, the young mother has overcome challenges that would be difficult for many of us to imagine. Aung’s Story A year and a half ago, her son, Kan Kaung, was born with a severe cleft lip and palate, as well as a syndrome....
by Rachel Winer | Mar 17, 2017 | Stories, Thailand and Laos
We know that a long-term, comprehensive approach is essential in ensuring that children born with cleft lip and palate can build happy, healthy lives. At Transforming Faces, we work with local teams to provide care that begins when babies are born, and...
