Feature
Daisaku Ikeda Receives Human Rights Award
The American Educational Research Association honors his efforts in peace building, human rights and education.
In this issue
Experience
‘A Renaissance for Our Family’
How Buddhism gave us the tools to build a life of absolute happiness.
Encouragement
Widely Spreading the Light of the Buddhism of the Sun
Third Soka Gakkai Headquarters Leaders Meeting
News
Updates on SGI-USA Centers and Bookstores
The SGI-USA continues to closely monitor CDC and local government guidelines amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and is eager to reopen Buddhist centers across the country when deemed safe. In the meantime, in-person activities are still on hold, but we will keep you informed of updates and developments. Currently, the SGI-USA bookstores at centers in
Our History
Win Right Where We Are
May 3, Soka Gakkai Day
May Contribution
2021: A Financial Overview
May Commemorative Contribution: April 24–June 6
Job Ad
SGI-USA Is Hiring
The following positions are based in Santa Monica, California, at the SGI-USA Headquarters. Active participation in SGI-USA activities is required. Please send resumes to jobs@sgi-usa.org. Part-Time Merchandising Assistant Candidates should have a minimum of three years’ experience in merchandising for retail, including product development and buying for multistore locations. Duties include buying, working with vendors,
New Members Meeting
What Is the Spirit of May 3?
May 3 is like New Year’s Day for Soka Gakkai members (see “Our History”). It is a day to refresh our resolve to contribute to the happiness of all humanity. Nichiren Daishonin established the simple yet profound practice of chanting Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, the essence of the Lotus Sutra, Shakyamuni Buddha’s highest teaching. This practice enables all
Ikeda Center
‘Hope and Joy in Education’ Debuts
by Mitch Bogen Special to the Tribune The Ikeda Center’s newest book, Hope and Joy in Education: Engaging Daisaku Ikeda Across Curriculum and Context, launched in virtual but grand style on April 15. Nearly 300 attendees from 20 countries heard editors Isabel Nuñez and Jason Goulah offer thoughts on their motivations and hopes for this
Soka University of America
Soka University of America Turns 20
SUA celebrates its 20th anniversary on May 3! Ikeda Sensei established its undergraduate program in 2001 in Aliso Viejo, California, based on the Buddhist principles of peace, human rights and the dignity of life. Stay tuned for special coverage of the anniversary in an upcoming World Tribune issue.
Around the SGI-USA
Honoring a Great Civil Rights Fighter
The nation paid tribute to SGI-USA member and civil rights icon Alvin Sykes, who passed away on March 19, 2021. He was 64. Mr. Sykes, a self-taught legal defender, was best known for launching the Emmett Till Justice Campaign in January 2003 with Emmett’s mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, just days before her death. The campaign sought
Buddhability
Buddhability Now on TikTok
Buddhability in your life? The SGI-USA’s digital ecosystem, which introduces Buddhist principles to a new generation, is now on the social media platform TikTok. Viewers will enjoy short videos of Buddhist concepts, faith experiences, encouragement and more! Find us at @buddhability on TikTok, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, or visit buddhability.org.
HOPE Champion
Making a Difference, No Matter How Big or Small
by Daniel Asato Gonzalez Lafayette, LA. I’m a film student in my last semester of college, and I’ll be the first in my family to graduate with a bachelor’s degree. One of the things I’ve been challenging the most in our HOPE Campaign is study. Since I’m a student, the thought of doing more study