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by Adin Strauss SGI-USA General Director Many SGI members, especially those of us who’ve been practicing Buddhism for many years, have studied about the “protective forces” that we can summon through our practice. The “forces” we speak of are nothing other than the power of the Buddha and the Law that exist within our lives

  Lillian I East Territory Vice Young Women’s Leader Ms. I lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and works as the program manager for the Ikeda Center for Peace, Learning, and Dialogue. She is also the North Zone young women’s leader in the SGI-USA. In her new role as the East Territory vice young women’s leader, Ms.

In consideration of the health and well-being of SGI-USA members amid the continued spread of the new coronavirus (COVID-19), all organizational meetings and home visitations are suspended until further notice. Furthermore, all conferences from March 13 to June 1 at the SGI-USA Florida Nature and Culture Center are cancelled. Members are encouraged to use this

by Adin StraussSGI-USA General Director Greetings to everyone on May 3—Soka Gakkai Mother’s Day, and inauguration day for second Soka Gakkai President Josei Toda and SGI President Daisaku Ikeda—a day of advancement and fresh starts. We have tremendous fortune to be alive at this significant juncture and fulfill our unique, irreplaceable missions in the eternal

Based on the “2020 Roadmap to Victory,” in March, we will continue our propagation focus while gathering youth division members and guests for chapter-level March Youth Discussion Meetings, themed “One Youth. Infinite Hope.” (from March 7 to 15). Addressing the Challenges of American Youth The following topics are prevalent issues youth face today, accompanied by

by Olivia Saito, Maya Gunaseharan and Ryo KurokiSGI-USA Youth Leaders Thank you all for your incredible efforts so far in this Year of Advancement and Capable People! In March, we will continue our shakubuku focus while gathering for our most important March Youth Discussion Meetings. Across the country from March 7–15, youth division members and

Youth representatives from across the country share their thoughts on the upcoming March Youth Discussion Meetings, themed “One Youth. Inifinite Hope.” as well as what they learned about the significance of dialogue and shakubuku from attending the July 2019 Youth Discussion Meetings. Chandler Spencer (young men’s division member, Long Beach, Calif.): After high school, I had drifted away

Winning in Faith and in Life by Clinton JonesPacoima, Calif. In 1990, SGI President Ikeda bestowed upon me the Soka Sports Award for my accomplishments as a professional football player. Over the next 15 years, three members of the 1965 and 1966 Michigan State national championship teams were inducted into the Hall of Fame, including

Surrounded by the crystal-blue waters of the Caribbean Sea lies one of the most diverse and unique organizations in the SGI-USA. Caribbean Region encompasses 7 chapters spread across 17 countries on various islands. Here, 1,000 members practice from the Bahamas in the north to Suriname at the other end of the Caribbean Sea. The only

SGI Women’s Leader Yumiko Kasanuki on the significance of spreading far and wide the life-affirming philosophy of Nichiren Buddhism in the Soka Gakkai’s 90th year. From January 22–28, SGI Women’s Leader Yumiko Kasanuki and SGI Vice Women’s Leader Kayo Maeta traveled to the U.S. to attend meetings in New York and Los Angeles, as well

One person awakening to their Buddhahood can change the world—introducing the SGI-USA’s new, hope-filled focus.

On Jan. 26, 2020, SGI members worldwide commemorated the 45th anniversary of the Soka Gakkai International’s founding on the island of Guam. Marianas Region hosted its own gathering to celebrate 45 years and make a fresh departure in this significant year of 2020. The World Tribune sat down with the Marianas Region youth leaders to

Exam Dates And Times Exams will be scheduled from Jan. 31–Feb. 1 at local SGI-USA centers or other designated locations. Please contact your local organization for more details. What to Bring Examinees must bring a smartphone, tablet or laptop since this exam will be administered online. Eligibility This exam is intended for those who have

The newly renovated SGI-USA Kentucky Buddhist Center opened its doors on Dec. 15, coinciding with the members’ kickoff toward 2020, the 60th anniversary of kosen-rufu in America. The anniversary takes on even more significance because it also commemorates 60 years since the first SGI member emerged in Kentucky. In a rousing celebration, three people began

by Olivia Saito, Ryo Kuroki, Maya GunaseharanSGI-USA Youth Leaders Happy New Year’s, heroic members of the SGI-USA! We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to you for all your efforts in 2019 to develop the youth and future division members, ensuring that our movement for justice, respect and the dignity of life flourishes into

In October 2019, Kisun Lee did her first Byakuren shift in Alaska marking the formation of the Byakuren group in the state. She did so out of appreciation for her Buddhist practice, SGI President Ikeda and the members who often travel one to two hours to the SGI-USA Alaska Buddhist Center, in spite of inclement

Everything you need to know to take the advanced exam.

In 2020, the Year of Advancement and Capable People, the SGI will celebrate three historic milestones: May 3 marks 60 years since Daisaku Ikeda was inaugurated as the third Soka Gakkai president at the age of 32; October 2 is the 60th anniversary of President Ikeda’s arrival in Hawaii to launch his first journey outside

The World Tribune sat down with SGI-USA General Director Adin Strauss to learn about how financial contributions to the SGI-USA support its disaster relief efforts. This article also features vignettes from SGI-USA leaders who have closely worked with members impacted by natural disasters, and a member who received support in a time of need. by

On Nov. 16, SGI-USA representative leaders attended a commemorative ceremony for the Soka Gakkai World Seikyo Center in Shinanomachi, Tokyo. The official opening was two days later, on Nov. 18. The building serves as the new headquarters for the Seikyo Shimbun, the Soka Gakkai’s daily newspaper. During the ceremony, the attendees learned about the origins