Frontline News
‘If I Can Overcome It, You Definitely Can Too’
The Many Treasures Group has a mission to pass on their conviction in faith to many young people.
In this issue
Ikeda Sensei
Let’s Share Nichiren Buddhism to Create a World of Peace and Happiness for All Humankind
The following are excerpts from Ikeda Sensei’s speech at the Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting held at the Soka International Friendship Hall in Tokyo, on July 16, 2003. Video footage of the speech was broadcast during the Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting on April 12, 2025. The excerpts were translated from the April 28, 2025,
SGI News
SIGS Hosts East Asia Peace Symposium at SUA
ALISO VIEJO, Calif.—The Soka Institute for Global Solutions (SIGS) held the second in a three-part symposia on Peace and Reconciliation in East Asia from April 17 to 19 at Soka University of America (SUA) in Aliso Viejo, California. The symposium, which centered on approaches to peacebuilding based on East Asia’s historical context, brought together SUA
Experience
My Golden Vision
Repaying my debt of gratitude, I transform my life and the lives of those around me.
Frontline News
2025: A Financial Overview
by Erica KondoAssistant Chief Financial Officer On behalf of the SGI-USA, I want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering commitment and generous financial contributions, which play a crucial role in advancing our movement for peace in the United States and the Caribbean. In 2024, the support from our members accounted for over 85%
On the Cover
Grandmas Take a Stand
Giving advice and hope to the younger generation.
Buddhability
Opening Yourself Up to Perspectives and People
Opening Yourself Up to Perspectives and People Truly hearing and seeing someone else can be tough. Especially if we think we’re in the right or know best. Fortunately, Buddhist practice helps us to open our minds with wisdom and compassion. Marko Bajkovic, of Costa Mesa, California, shares how seeing past his ego helped him embrace
Week in Review
Watch: May 16, 2025 Week In Review
Guidance for Leadership
Together, Transforming the Destiny of Humankind
The following is SGI Youth Leader Mitsuo Nishikata’s address delivered at the training course opening ceremony on March 19, 2026. by Mitsuo NishikataSGI Youth Leader Good morning, everyone! The entire youth division membership of Japan has been eagerly awaiting the opportunity to meet all of you, the youth of America. We extend our warmest welcome