Palate Surgery Report of Phor Sokrun

Sokrun, was born with cleft palate, lives in Bark Trokoun Village of Bursat province. Sokrun has now lived with the embarrassing birth defect for 23 years. She speaks unclear; she did not have many friends to play with. Although she was disappointed, her future did not look promising.

The family was desperate to fix Sokrun’s palate, but they have not money for surgery. They are rice farmer. They earn 1.5 dollars per day from firewood sale.

One day Sokrun met local pastor who visited her village. Sokrun heard about CBN’s cleft lip project. Sokrun was so happy. This brought new hope to Sokrun and her family. Sokrun met Cbn’s staff and they arranged for her surgery at a hospital in Phnom Penh.

Following the successful surgery, Sokrun is now all smiles. Her parents and siblings are excited for her.

“I would like to thank CBN and kind donors who provide this help.” Sokrun said. “I can speak the normal voice, thanks for providing me with hope and strength, I live happy life now .Thank you!”