We are a global nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of patients and their communities by increasing access to safe surgery and comprehensive care.
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On #WorldAnesthesiaDay, we recognize the essential role anesthesia professionals play in safe surgery. Through our partnership with @WFSAorg, we support training that strengthens local anesthesia capacity and helps expand access to safe, high-quality surgical care.
In Kenya, distance, cost, limited infrastructure and shortages of local trained health workers can make cleft care difficult to access. Through #Operation100, we’re strengthening health systems so more children can receive safe, timely care closer to home: bit.ly/4hVyrVy
During #UNGA81, we brought global health leaders, partners and advocates together for a screening of “The Making of a Surgeon.” Featuring stories from Rwanda, the film and fireside conversation offered a closer look at surgical care, local capacity & women’s leadership in surgery
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In this special bonus episode of The Action Catalyst, Southwestern Talent's Martin De Waal guest hosts, sitting down with Jim Siti, CFO of @OperationSmile, as he shares how the global healthcare nonprofit is transforming lives by providing cleft lip and palate care to children in underserved countries while building sustainable local healthcare systems through medical training and education. Siti discusses the challenges of scaling a rapidly growing nonprofit in a post-pandemic world, the importance of strategic financial management, and how leveraging offshore accounting talent, process optimization, and AI-powered tools has improved operational efficiency and mission impact. He also offers valuable insights on nonprofit leadership, financial technology, workforce development, and using automation to reduce manual work so organizations can focus more resources on serving communities. This episode is a must-listen for nonprofit leaders, CFOs, finance professionals, and social impact organizations seeking innovative strategies for growth, operational excellence, AI adoption, and mission-driven success.
LISTEN: theactioncatalyst.com/2026/1…
CONNECT: linktr.ee/ActionCatalyst
Produced by @Southwestern
#business #success #TACPod #accounting #AI #finance #hiring #leadership #nonprofit #staffing #talent #technology #tech #money #smile #growth @sw_talent
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In this special bonus episode of The Action Catalyst, @SW_Talent 's Martin De Waal guest hosts, sitting down with Jim Siti, CFO of @operationsmile , as he shares how the global healthcare nonprofit is transforming lives by providing cleft lip and palate care to children in underserved countries while building sustainable local healthcare systems through medical training and education. Siti discusses the challenges of scaling a rapidly growing nonprofit in a post-pandemic world, the importance of strategic financial management, and how leveraging offshore accounting talent, process optimization, and AI-powered tools has improved operational efficiency and mission impact. He also offers valuable insights on nonprofit leadership, financial technology, workforce development, and using automation to reduce manual work so organizations can focus more resources on serving communities. This episode is a must-listen for nonprofit leaders, CFOs, finance professionals, and social impact organizations seeking innovative strategies for growth, operational excellence, AI adoption, and mission-driven success.
#business #success #TACPod #accounting #AI #finance #hiring #leadership #nonprofit #staffing #talent #technology #tech #money #smile #growth
Produced by @southwestern
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Full interview with Southwestern Talent's Martin De Waal and Jim Siti, CFO of @OperationSmile, available at the link below, or anywhere you get podcasts!
LISTEN: theactioncatalyst.com/2026/1…
CONNECT: linktr.ee/ActionCatalyst
Produced by @Southwestern
#business #success #TACPod #leadership #smile #accounting #AI #finance #hiring #nonprofit #staffing #talent #technology #tech #money #growth @sw_talent
Proud to support the ‘Introduction to Global Surgery’ pre-conference workshop before the @COSECSA Scientific Conference in Malawi. The two-day course will explore global surgery, leadership, health workforce, research and more. Apply by Oct 31: form.jotform.com/24282375644…
In Mombasa, #psychosocial provider Nancy Ngetha helps families navigate early emotions and process their feelings during a challenging time. By building trust and offering steady guidance, psychosocial providers help families move forward with hope: bit.ly/3VrZ5xT
Junior cleft surgeons & trainees, join us Oct. 13 at 10 a.m. ET for a live #webinar on "Basic Knowledge of Cleft Lip & Palate". Explore the foundational principles of cleft care and strengthen your understanding. Register now: bit.ly/4jaelJD
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Today, on World Smile Day, I'm incredibly proud to launch the Cleft Community Resource Hub with @OperationSmile!
As an Operation Smile Global Smile Ambassador and someone born with a cleft, this work comes from a very personal place. So many questions come up throughout life, especially beyond childhood care and finding the right resources is not always easy.
I wanted to help create a resource that reflects what people actually need beyond pediatric care, bringing together information, connection and community in one place.
My hope is that everyone can feel more informed, supported and connected, no matter where they are in their journey.
operationsmile.org/clefthub
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In partnership with @operationsmile , we are offering a 5-year scholarship for 15 individuals to train with COSECSA, starting January 2027. Applications close 15 October 2026.
Click Here to Apply: scholarships-cos.rf.gd/
#COSECSA #OperationSmile #Scholarships #Surgery
This #WorldSmileDay, we’re inviting everyone to share what makes them smile. Explore stories of the people and moments that make us smile and show what’s possible when we act together: bit.ly/47tD4Bi
What makes you smile? Share your story and celebrate with us.
What does it take to expand sustainable access to surgical care? At @Devex Impact House, we joined @Baxter_intl to discuss how trust-based philanthropy, local health workers & stronger health systems can help bring care closer to home. Read more: bit.ly/4rF5UrM #UNGA81
Hope begins with action. Whether you share a story, support a family, volunteer or help expand access to care, every effort brings care closer to home. This #WorldSmileDay, share what makes you smile and help us make more #SmilesWithinReach.
#Training local health workers creates lasting change. Partnering with local providers & supporting multidisciplinary care teams, we bring high-quality cleft care closer to home. This #WorldSmileDay, let's celebrate the people making more #SmilesWithinReach. What makes you smile?
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Five billion people lack access to safe surgical care. “A health system that cannot operate is not a health system,” says @operationsmile’s Dr. Gaurav Deshpande with the Baxter Foundation.
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Behind every new smile is a global community. Patients, volunteers, staff, students, partners and donors each help bring care and more #SmilesWithinReach for children worldwide. This #WorldSmileDay, we're celebrate with us and share what makes you smile.
Through #Operation100, we're strengthening local health systems, investing in health workers, and increasing access to safe surgery. Every smile begins with access to care. This #WorldSmileDay, join us in celebrating #SmilesWithinReach and share what makes you smile.
This week, we’re excited to take part in #UNGA81 in New York City! We’re connecting with global leaders, policymakers, advocates and partners to advance access to safe, high-quality care. Here are a few highlights so far 🧵
Hosted a screening of The Making of a Surgeon: Fighting Africa’s Hidden Crisis, followed by a fireside chat with Dr. Vicky and Dr. Francoise on surgical training and women’s leadership in expanding local surgical capacity.
And the week isn’t over yet! We’re grateful to collaborate with partners around the world and contribute to conversations shaping the future of global health. More from #UNGA81 to come!