Northern Cleft Foundation provides free corrective surgery to children in India, born with cleft lip and palate deformities. Each operation, costing on average just £200, has a hugely positive impact on each child treated.

I am lucky enough to be part of the surgical team travelling to Nagpur, India in January 2018 for the annual outreach. Last year the team performed 94 operations in 1 week and we are aiming for a similar number this year!

The foundation funds travel expenses for families and their children living as far as 200km away, enabling those excluded by poverty the chance of a brighter future.

NCF also provides expertise and training to local staff working in the hospitals where they operate. This provides them with the knowledge and skills to disseminate best practice and continue the good work.