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🆕News: On Jan. 19, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Westside Coalition held its 41st annual celebration honoring Dr. King’s life and values under the theme “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” (1/4)

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🆕News: On Jan. 19, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Westside Coalition held its 41st annual celebration honoring Dr. King’s life and values under the theme “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” SGI-USA participated as a key partner and sponsor, alongside local organizations, public institutions and faith communities. The event included interfaith prayers as well as reflections, poetry and music from youth inspired by Dr. King’s principles of nonviolence. There was also a collective singing of “We Shall Overcome,” paying tribute to civil rights pioneers. SGI-USA member and Emmy Award–winning producer and reporter Bonnie Boswell highlighted the unseen work that sustains social progress in her keynote address. The event reaffirmed a shared commitment to fostering understanding, encouraging youth and advancing peace. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: On Jan. 19, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Westside Coalition held its 41st annual celebration honoring Dr. King’s life and values under the theme “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” SGI-USA participated as a key partner and sponsor, alongside local organizations, public institutions and faith communities. The event included interfaith prayers as well as reflections, poetry and music from youth inspired by Dr. King’s principles of nonviolence. There was also a collective singing of “We Shall Overcome,” paying tribute to civil rights pioneers. SGI-USA member and Emmy Award–winning producer and reporter Bonnie Boswell highlighted the unseen work that sustains social progress in her keynote address. The event reaffirmed a shared commitment to fostering understanding, encouraging youth and advancing peace. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
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🆕News: On Jan. 19, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Westside Coalition held its 41st annual celebration honoring Dr. King’s life and values under the theme “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” (1/4)

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🆕News: On Jan. 19, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Westside Coalition held its 41st annual celebration honoring Dr. King’s life and values under the theme “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” SGI-USA participated as a key partner and sponsor, alongside local organizations, public institutions and faith communities. The event included interfaith prayers as well as reflections, poetry and music from youth inspired by Dr. King’s principles of nonviolence. There was also a collective singing of “We Shall Overcome,” paying tribute to civil rights pioneers. SGI-USA member and Emmy Award–winning producer and reporter Bonnie Boswell highlighted the unseen work that sustains social progress in her keynote address. The event reaffirmed a shared commitment to fostering understanding, encouraging youth and advancing peace. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: On Jan. 19, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Westside Coalition held its 41st annual celebration honoring Dr. King’s life and values under the theme “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” SGI-USA participated as a key partner and sponsor, alongside local organizations, public institutions and faith communities. The event included interfaith prayers as well as reflections, poetry and music from youth inspired by Dr. King’s principles of nonviolence. There was also a collective singing of “We Shall Overcome,” paying tribute to civil rights pioneers. SGI-USA member and Emmy Award–winning producer and reporter Bonnie Boswell highlighted the unseen work that sustains social progress in her keynote address. The event reaffirmed a shared commitment to fostering understanding, encouraging youth and advancing peace. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
February 16, 2026 at 1:18 AM
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🆕News: On Feb. 2, youth delegations from Japan and South Korea visited Singapore for exchange meetings at 31 venues across the country. (1/3)

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🆕News: On Feb. 2, youth delegations from Japan and South Korea visited Singapore for exchange meetings at 31 venues across the country. Youth representatives shared personal experiences of their Buddhist practice and expressed their determination to contribute to the betterment of society. SGI Young Women’s Leader Miyuki Horiguchi joined a gathering in Bukit Panjang, where she met with local youth and participated in a Q&A session. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: On Feb. 2, youth delegations from Japan and South Korea visited Singapore for exchange meetings at 31 venues across the country. Youth representatives shared personal experiences of their Buddhist practice and expressed their determination to contribute to the betterment of society. SGI Young Women’s Leader Miyuki Horiguchi joined a gathering in Bukit Panjang, where she met with local youth and participated in a Q&A session. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
February 10, 2026 at 5:03 AM
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🆕News: On Jan. 28, Bharat Soka Gakkai (BSG) held a commemorative meeting at the BSG headquarters in New Delhi, connecting online with locations across the country and bringing together approx. 10,000 members. (1/2)
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A women’s chorus performed a song in both Japanese and English, and two members shared faith experiences—one about overcoming the loss of a family member and the other about achieving professional success at one of India’s leading media companies. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews A women’s chorus performed a song in both Japanese and English, and two members shared faith experiences—one about overcoming the loss of a family member and the other about achieving professional success at one of India’s leading media companies. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
February 9, 2026 at 4:28 AM
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🆕News: From Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, Soka Gakkai youth from Malaysia, India, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and Japan attended a joint training course in Malaysia.(1/3)

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🆕News: From Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, Soka Gakkai youth from Malaysia, India, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and Japan attended a joint training course in Malaysia. The opening ceremony, held at the SGI Asia Culture and Education Centre in Johor Bahru, featured a dance performance and faith experiences. On Feb. 1, SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa delivered a lecture on Nichiren’s writing “On the Buddha’s Prophecy.” On Jan. 30, prior to the training course, some of the participants visited Soka International School Malaysia, where they had a lively exchange with the students. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: From Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, Soka Gakkai youth from Malaysia, India, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and Japan attended a joint training course in Malaysia. The opening ceremony, held at the SGI Asia Culture and Education Centre in Johor Bahru, featured a dance performance and faith experiences. On Feb. 1, SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa delivered a lecture on Nichiren’s writing “On the Buddha’s Prophecy.” On Jan. 30, prior to the training course, some of the participants visited Soka International School Malaysia, where they had a lively exchange with the students. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: From Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, Soka Gakkai youth from Malaysia, India, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and Japan attended a joint training course in Malaysia. The opening ceremony, held at the SGI Asia Culture and Education Centre in Johor Bahru, featured a dance performance and faith experiences. On Feb. 1, SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa delivered a lecture on Nichiren’s writing “On the Buddha’s Prophecy.” On Jan. 30, prior to the training course, some of the participants visited Soka International School Malaysia, where they had a lively exchange with the students. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: From Jan. 31 to Feb. 1, Soka Gakkai youth from Malaysia, India, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand and Japan attended a joint training course in Malaysia. The opening ceremony, held at the SGI Asia Culture and Education Centre in Johor Bahru, featured a dance performance and faith experiences. On Feb. 1, SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa delivered a lecture on Nichiren’s writing “On the Buddha’s Prophecy.” On Jan. 30, prior to the training course, some of the participants visited Soka International School Malaysia, where they had a lively exchange with the students. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
February 7, 2026 at 3:47 AM
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🆕News: On Jan. 11, the 3rd Daisaku Ikeda Memorial Lecture was held in the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, organized by Soka Gakkai Malaysia with the support of UN Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei (UNGCMYB) and Brickfields Asia College Education Group. (1/3)
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🆕News: On Jan. 11, the 3rd Daisaku Ikeda Memorial Lecture was held in the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, organized by Soka Gakkai Malaysia with the support of UN Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei (UNGCMYB) and Brickfields Asia College Education Group (@BACCollege). Following opening remarks by UNGCMYB Executive Director Faroze Nadar, Prof. Emeritus Tan Sri Dato' Dzulkifli Abdul Razak, former rector of the International Islamic University Malaysia, delivered a lecture on the philosophy of human revolution and how it supports the Malaysian value of sejahtera or the holistic wellbeing of a person. The event drew a diverse audience, including representatives from various civil society organizations, university students and high school students. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
February 6, 2026 at 1:39 AM
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🆕News: On Jan. 25, Soka Gakkai members of Hong Kong (HKSGI) and Macau gathered at the Hong Kong Culture Center to welcome a delegation from Japan, led by SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa. (1/3)
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🆕News: On Jan. 25, Soka Gakkai members of Hong Kong (HKSGI) and Macau gathered at the Hong Kong Culture Center to welcome a delegation from Japan, led by SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa. The commemorative meeting featured music and dance performances by youth members, as well as a mother-daughter relay faith experience. HKSGI General Director Ngan Sai Fong and Women’s Division Chief Wong Kit Man offered words of encouragement to those in attendance. The meeting was held to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Daisaku Ikeda’s first visit to Hong Kong on Jan. 28, 1961. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: On Jan. 25, Soka Gakkai members of Hong Kong (HKSGI) and Macau gathered at the Hong Kong Culture Center to welcome a delegation from Japan, led by SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa. The commemorative meeting featured music and dance performances by youth members, as well as a mother-daughter relay faith experience. HKSGI General Director Ngan Sai Fong and Women’s Division Chief Wong Kit Man offered words of encouragement to those in attendance. The meeting was held to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Daisaku Ikeda’s first visit to Hong Kong on Jan. 28, 1961. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
February 2, 2026 at 6:35 AM
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🌏January 26 is SGI Day, commemorating the founding of the Soka Gakkai International at the First World Peace Conference in Guam in 1975. This marked the beginning of Soka Gakkai’s development into a global Buddhist network dedicated to peace, culture and education.(1/2)
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January 25, 2026 at 11:21 PM
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🆕News: New Year’s meetings were held across Europe to celebrate the start of 2026, the Year of Vibrant Growth for a Youthful Soka Gakkai Worldwide.(1/2)
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🆕News: New Year’s meetings were held across Europe to celebrate the start of 2026, the Year of Vibrant Growth for a Youthful Soka Gakkai Worldwide. On Jan. 1, Soka Gakkai members in Belgium, Spain, Sweden and the Netherlands gathered at centers in their respective countries. On Jan. 4, members in Denmark also held a meeting in Copenhagen at which participants shared their personal goals for the year. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: New Year’s meetings were held across Europe to celebrate the start of 2026, the Year of Vibrant Growth for a Youthful Soka Gakkai Worldwide. On Jan. 1, Soka Gakkai members in Belgium, Spain, Sweden and the Netherlands gathered at centers in their respective countries. On Jan. 4, members in Denmark also held a meeting in Copenhagen at which participants shared their personal goals for the year. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: New Year’s meetings were held across Europe to celebrate the start of 2026, the Year of Vibrant Growth for a Youthful Soka Gakkai Worldwide. On Jan. 1, Soka Gakkai members in Belgium, Spain, Sweden and the Netherlands gathered at centers in their respective countries. On Jan. 4, members in Denmark also held a meeting in Copenhagen at which participants shared their personal goals for the year. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
January 24, 2026 at 8:19 AM
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🆕News: Throughout Dec. 2025, Soka Gakkai Malaysia held a Youth Peace Culture Festival featuring a total of 23 performances held across 11 locations nationwide, including Kuala Lumpur and Penang, with a total of some 30,000 participants.(1/2)

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🆕News: Throughout Dec. 2025, Soka Gakkai Malaysia held a Youth Peace Culture Festival featuring a total of 23 performances held across 11 locations nationwide, including Kuala Lumpur and Penang, with a total of some 30,000 participants. The festivals featured diverse performances—including music, drama and dance—staged by youth members, under the theme “OMBAK—Be the Wave of Peace” (ombak means “wave” in Malay). #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: Throughout Dec. 2025, Soka Gakkai Malaysia held a Youth Peace Culture Festival featuring a total of 23 performances held across 11 locations nationwide, including Kuala Lumpur and Penang, with a total of some 30,000 participants. The festivals featured diverse performances—including music, drama and dance—staged by youth members, under the theme “OMBAK—Be the Wave of Peace” (ombak means “wave” in Malay). #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: Throughout Dec. 2025, Soka Gakkai Malaysia held a Youth Peace Culture Festival featuring a total of 23 performances held across 11 locations nationwide, including Kuala Lumpur and Penang, with a total of some 30,000 participants. The festivals featured diverse performances—including music, drama and dance—staged by youth members, under the theme “OMBAK—Be the Wave of Peace” (ombak means “wave” in Malay). #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
January 23, 2026 at 8:32 AM
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🆕News: On Dec. 7, a meeting was held at the Austria SGI center in Vienna, connecting online with various venues across the country. (1/2)
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🆕News: On Dec. 7, a meeting was held at the Austria SGI center in Vienna, connecting online with various venues across the country. At the meeting, Petra Bohle was appointed as National Women's Division Leader. The meeting also featured a faith experience and the welcoming of newly joined members. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: On Dec. 7, a meeting was held at the Austria SGI center in Vienna, connecting online with various venues across the country. At the meeting, Petra Bohle was appointed as National Women's Division Leader. The meeting also featured a faith experience and the welcoming of newly joined members. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
January 21, 2026 at 7:48 AM
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🆕News: From Jan. 9 to 13, an SGI Training Course was held in Japan, with 110 representatives participating from 17 countries and territories. On Jan. 10, participants attended a Q&A session with SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa at the Josei Toda International Center in Tokyo. (1/2)
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🆕News: From Jan. 9 to 13, an SGI Training Course was held in Japan, with 110 representatives participating from 17 countries and territories. On Jan. 10, participants attended a Q&A session with SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa at the Josei Toda International Center in Tokyo. On Jan. 11, the participants were divided into 6 groups and joined exchange meetings at various locations in Tokyo and Chiba, where they met with local members and shared faith experiences and cultural performances. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: From Jan. 9 to 13, an SGI Training Course was held in Japan, with 110 representatives participating from 17 countries and territories. On Jan. 10, participants attended a Q&A session with SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa at the Josei Toda International Center in Tokyo. On Jan. 11, the participants were divided into 6 groups and joined exchange meetings at various locations in Tokyo and Chiba, where they met with local members and shared faith experiences and cultural performances. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: From Jan. 9 to 13, an SGI Training Course was held in Japan, with 110 representatives participating from 17 countries and territories. On Jan. 10, participants attended a Q&A session with SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa at the Josei Toda International Center in Tokyo. On Jan. 11, the participants were divided into 6 groups and joined exchange meetings at various locations in Tokyo and Chiba, where they met with local members and shared faith experiences and cultural performances. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: From Jan. 9 to 13, an SGI Training Course was held in Japan, with 110 representatives participating from 17 countries and territories. On Jan. 10, participants attended a Q&A session with SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa at the Josei Toda International Center in Tokyo. On Jan. 11, the participants were divided into 6 groups and joined exchange meetings at various locations in Tokyo and Chiba, where they met with local members and shared faith experiences and cultural performances. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
January 16, 2026 at 6:43 AM
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🆕News: On Jan. 1, New Year’s meetings were held across the globe to celebrate the start of 2026, the Year of Vibrant Growth for a Youthful Soka Gakkai Worldwide. (1/2)
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🆕News: On Jan. 1, New Year’s meetings were held across the globe to celebrate the start of 2026, the Year of Vibrant Growth for a Youthful Soka Gakkai Worldwide. Members around the world, including those in Brazil, Germany, Madagascar, Singapore and the US, made a fresh start toward 2030, the centennial of the Soka Gakkai’s founding. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: On Jan. 1, New Year’s meetings were held across the globe to celebrate the start of 2026, the Year of Vibrant Growth for a Youthful Soka Gakkai Worldwide. Members around the world, including those in Brazil, Germany, Madagascar, Singapore and the US, made a fresh start toward 2030, the centennial of the Soka Gakkai’s founding. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: On Jan. 1, New Year’s meetings were held across the globe to celebrate the start of 2026, the Year of Vibrant Growth for a Youthful Soka Gakkai Worldwide. Members around the world, including those in Brazil, Germany, Madagascar, Singapore and the US, made a fresh start toward 2030, the centennial of the Soka Gakkai’s founding. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
January 10, 2026 at 5:14 AM
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🆕News: From Dec. 9 to 11, the Human Rights Education Forum titled “Unleashing Human Rights—A forum to further universal human rights education for, with and by young people" was held in Budapest, Hungary. (1/3)

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🆕News: From Dec. 9 to 11, the Human Rights Education Forum titled “Unleashing Human Rights—A forum to further universal human rights education for, with and by young people" was held in Budapest, Hungary. The event was co-organized by the Council of Europe and the OHCHR with support from the SGI, among other organizations. The event brought together around 200 participants, including human rights educators, UN officials and government representatives. On Dec. 11, the SGI co-organized a workshop with Amnesty International, featuring the documentary “Changemakers: Stories of Young Human Rights Educators,” jointly created by the OHCHR, Amnesty and the SGI. Elisa Gazzotti of the SGI Office for UN Affairs facilitated the workshop. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: From Dec. 9 to 11, the Human Rights Education Forum titled “Unleashing Human Rights—A forum to further universal human rights education for, with and by young people" was held in Budapest, Hungary. The event was co-organized by the Council of Europe and the OHCHR with support from the SGI, among other organizations. The event brought together around 200 participants, including human rights educators, UN officials and government representatives. On Dec. 11, the SGI co-organized a workshop with Amnesty International, featuring the documentary “Changemakers: Stories of Young Human Rights Educators,” jointly created by the OHCHR, Amnesty and the SGI. Elisa Gazzotti of the SGI Office for UN Affairs facilitated the workshop. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
January 9, 2026 at 8:41 AM
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On Jan. 2, the Japanese edition of the second dialogue between Bulgarian art historian Axinia Djourova & Daisaku Ikeda was published by the Institute of Oriental Philosophy (IOP) under the title 𝘖𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘳𝘶 𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘯 𝘧𝘶𝘬𝘬𝘰 𝘦 𝘯𝘰 𝘮𝘦𝘻𝘢𝘮𝘦 (working English title: Awakening a Great Revival of Our Humanity). (1/3)
🆕News: On Jan. 2, the Japanese edition of the second dialogue between Bulgarian art historian Axinia Djourova and Daisaku Ikeda was published by the Institute of Oriental Philosophy (IOP) under the title 𝘖𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘳𝘶 𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘯 𝘧𝘶𝘬𝘬𝘰 𝘦 𝘯𝘰 𝘮𝘦𝘻𝘢𝘮𝘦 (working English title: Awakening a Great Revival of Our Humanity). The book is based on a series of exchanges between the two that were previously published in the IOP’s 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘑𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘰𝘧 𝘖𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘦𝘴. Throughout their dialogue, the authors explore themes such as the shared spirituality of East and West, Catholicism and Buddhism, and the role of women. In addition, the book includes speeches by President Ikeda related to Bulgaria, including a commemorative lecture delivered at Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” in May 1981. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
January 8, 2026 at 8:43 AM
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🆕News: On Nov. 16, youth members of SGI-Dominican Republic (SGIRD) held a tree-planting event in La Vega.(1/2)

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January 7, 2026 at 8:51 AM
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🆕News: On Dec. 16, the Soka Gakkai hosted an online event as part of the annual HAPIC conference on discussing ideas on tackling global issues, organized by the Japan NGO Center for International Cooperation. (1/4)
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🆕News: On Dec. 16, the Soka Gakkai hosted an online event as part of the annual HAPIC conference on discussing ideas on tackling global issues, organized by the Japan NGO Center for International Cooperation. The event featured presentations by Takashi Koike, Associate Professor of Setsunan University; Yasuharu Yokoyama of the Japan Civil Society Network on SDGs; Moe Watanabe, a representative of the Tokyo-based community organization Engawa Kazoku, which works to connect multiple generations; and Kiyoshi Akasu of the SGI. The speakers shared initiatives addressing local community challenges related to the SDGs and aging societies. On Dec. 17, another online event focusing on humanitarian assistance was held, during which Harumi Endo of the SGI introduced the organization’s initiatives and highlighted the importance of a whole-of-society effort, including collaboration with faith-based organizations. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
December 29, 2025 at 5:48 AM
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🆕News: From Dec. 8 to 10, the Regional Humanitarian Partnership Week (RHPW) Asia Pacific 2025 was held in Bangkok, Thailand. (1/5)

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🆕News: From Dec. 8 to 10, the Regional Humanitarian Partnership Week (RHPW) Asia Pacific 2025 was held in Bangkok, Thailand. At the opening session on the 8th, a short film created by the SGI was screened, and Harumi Endo, Program Coordinator for Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Affairs of the SGI, delivered a report. Later that day, the SGI also co-organized an event titled “From Early Warning to Early Action: Localizing Anticipatory Action in Indonesia and Japan,” during which Nobuyuki Asai, Director for Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Affairs of the SGI, gave a presentation. In addition, as a member of the Asia Pacific Faith-Based Coalition for Sustainable Development, Mr. Asai spoke at a session on Dec. 10, where he introduced the SGI’s disaster relief efforts. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: From Dec. 8 to 10, the Regional Humanitarian Partnership Week (RHPW) Asia Pacific 2025 was held in Bangkok, Thailand. At the opening session on the 8th, a short film created by the SGI was screened, and Harumi Endo, Program Coordinator for Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Affairs of the SGI, delivered a report. Later that day, the SGI also co-organized an event titled “From Early Warning to Early Action: Localizing Anticipatory Action in Indonesia and Japan,” during which Nobuyuki Asai, Director for Sustainable Development and Humanitarian Affairs of the SGI, gave a presentation. In addition, as a member of the Asia Pacific Faith-Based Coalition for Sustainable Development, Mr. Asai spoke at a session on Dec. 10, where he introduced the SGI’s disaster relief efforts. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
December 28, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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🆕News: On Dec. 16, an online discussion was held to review the progress of the Al-Musiqa Tajm’ana (Music Brings Us Together) music education program in Jordan, run by Musicians Without Borders (MWB) and supported by the Soka Gakkai. (1/4)

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🆕News: On Dec. 16, an online discussion was held to review the progress of the Al-Musiqa Tajm’ana (Music Brings Us Together) music education program in Jordan, run by Musicians Without Borders (MWB) and supported by the Soka Gakkai. The discussion linked participants from multiple countries, including Japan and the Netherlands. The program involves training music teachers and aims to strengthen resilience, connection, and a sense of belonging among vulnerable and underserved children and youth, many of whom are refugees, through the power of music. MWB Director Laura Hassler expressed her gratitude to the Soka Gakkai for its continued support of the program over several years, despite the challenging international environment. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
December 27, 2025 at 5:46 AM
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✨ As we wrap up 2025, what are you most grateful for this year? Tell us in the comments! ✨

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December 26, 2025 at 6:23 AM
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🆕News: On Dec. 11, a presentation of the results of the Youth Peace Awareness Survey 2025, examining young people’s attitudes to nuclear weapons and peace, was held in Astana, Kazakhstan. The event was hosted by the Qazaq Nuclear Frontline Coalition and Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Kazakhstan. (1/4)
🆕News: On Dec. 11, a presentation of the results of the Youth Peace Awareness Survey 2025, examining young people’s attitudes to nuclear weapons and peace, was held in Astana, Kazakhstan. The event was hosted by the Qazaq Nuclear Frontline Coalition (QNFC) and Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Kazakhstan. Conducted between January and August 2025, the survey was carried out in five countries affected by nuclear weapons use and testing—Australia, Japan, Kazakhstan, the Marshall Islands, and the United States. The SGI co-organized the survey together with four other organizations, including QNFC and FES Kazakhstan. SGI representatives sent a video message expressing their determination to carry forward the spirit of the hibakusha and to work in solidarity with young people worldwide toward a peaceful world free of nuclear weapons. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
December 25, 2025 at 6:47 AM
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🆕News: On Nov. 27, Korea SGI (KSGI) opened a new center in Yangsan City, South Gyeongsang Province. The two-story building includes an auditorium and a special room for younger members. Local KSGI leaders spoke at the opening ceremony, which also featured a musical performance.

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🆕News: On Nov. 27, Korea SGI (KSGI) opened a new center in Yangsan City, South Gyeongsang Province. The two-story building includes an auditorium and a special room for younger members. Local KSGI leaders spoke at the opening ceremony, which also featured a musical performance. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews 🆕News: On Nov. 27, Korea SGI (KSGI) opened a new center in Yangsan City, South Gyeongsang Province. The two-story building includes an auditorium and a special room for younger members. Local KSGI leaders spoke at the opening ceremony, which also featured a musical performance. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
December 24, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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🆕News: On Oct. 4, SGI of Uruguay opened its culture center to the public to commemorate Uruguay’s Heritage Day. (1/2)

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🆕News: On Oct. 4, SGI of Uruguay opened its culture center to the public to commemorate Uruguay’s Heritage Day. The annual event is organized by the country’s Ministry of Education and Culture, during which cultural institutions across Uruguay open their doors to celebrate their history and traditions. Visitors learned about SGI of Uruguay’s activities to promote peace. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
December 22, 2025 at 4:17 AM
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🆕News: On Dec. 14, the 8th Youth Forum commemorating Human Rights Day (Dec. 10) was held at the Josei Toda International Center in Tokyo. (1/4)

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🆕News: On Dec. 14, the 8th Youth Forum commemorating Human Rights Day (Dec. 10) was held at the Josei Toda International Center in Tokyo. The forum focused on the death penalty and was co-organized by Amnesty International Japan and the Soka Gakkai Peace Committee with the support of the United Nations Information Centre in Tokyo. Kaoru Nemoto, Director of UNIC Tokyo, explained that the death penalty is inconsistent with human dignity and the right to life, and Mario Marazziti, Co-Founder of the World Coalition Against the Death Penalty, shared a video message. A panel discussion followed, bringing together representatives of organizations and individuals working to promote abolition of the death penalty in Japan, including a former prison officer, a lawyer and a member of the House of Councillors. Participants then engaged in small group discussions to further explore the issue. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
December 21, 2025 at 7:40 AM
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🆕News: From Nov. 25 to 27, Be the Hope Foundation, an affiliate of the Italian Buddhist Institute Soka Gakkai, held the exhibition “Senzatomica: Transforming the Human Spirit for a World Free from Nuclear Weapons” at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France. (1/4)
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🆕News: From Nov. 25 to 27, Be the Hope Foundation, an affiliate of the Italian Buddhist Institute Soka Gakkai, held the exhibition “Senzatomica: Transforming the Human Spirit for a World Free from Nuclear Weapons” at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France. On Nov. 25, an opening ceremony was attended by President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola and Vice-President Pina Picierno. President Metsola emphasized the vital role of young people in building peace, while Vice-President Picierno referred to the importance of a policy of “no-first-use” of nuclear weapons. A video message by Shigemitsu Tanaka, Co-Chairperson of Nihon Hidankyo, recipient of the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize, was also shared. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
December 19, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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🆕News: On Nov. 22, a commemorative meeting was held in Zagreb, Croatia, to celebrate Nov. 18, Soka Gakkai Founding Day. Members and friends from Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina participated both in person and online. The meeting included the sharing of experiences.

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🆕News: On Nov. 22, a commemorative meeting was held in Zagreb, Croatia, to celebrate Nov. 18, Soka Gakkai Founding Day. Members and friends from Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina participated both in person and online. The meeting included the sharing of experiences. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews
December 18, 2025 at 9:15 AM