Press Releases

See below for our current World Journey of Smiles press releases. You can download them by clicking on the press release title.

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Operation Smile Announces Major DNA Study Into Causes of Cleft Lip/Cleft

November 11, 2007

Norfolk, Va. - Operation Smile announced today a major new research project, to be conducted in partnership with Yale University, to study the genetic causes of cleft lip and cleft palate.

Operation Smile Announces New Smile Ambassadors; Celebrities Continue to Join Effort Marking 25TH Anniversary

October 9, 2007

Norfolk, VA - Operation smile is pleased to announce its growing roster of Smile Ambassadors, celebrities who are joining Operation Smile during their 25th anniversary year to bring greater awareness to the effort.

For International Day of Peace (Sept. 21), Operation Smile Announces Details of Its Upcoming World Journey of Smiles.

September 27, 2007

Norfolk, VA - NORFOLK, VA – On September 21, the United Nations commemorates the 25th annual International Day of Peace.

For International Youth Day (Aug. 12), Operation Smile Announces Names of Students Who Will Participate in World Journey of Smiles.

August 12, 2007

Norfolk, VA - On August 12, the United nations commemorates the 9th annual International Day of Youth.

Operation Smile recognizes Hasbro Employees during National Volunteer Week and as part of World Journey of Smiles

April 15 - 21, 2007

Norfolk, VA - As part of National Volunteer Week (April 15-21), Operation Smile has announced an international partnership with Hasbro, Inc.

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Contact Info:

Operation Smile
6435 Tidewater Drive
Norfolk, VA 23509 USA
1-888-OPSMILE (888-677-6453)
1-757-321-SMILE (757-321-7645)

Lisa Jardanhazy
VP of Brand Marketing
(757) 321-3250

www.operationsmile.org