(3/3)... co-created by the SGI and other organizations, was shown at a KSGI culture center in Gangnam, Seoul. Young Ae Ha, President of the Choue-Ikeda Research Center at Kyung Hee University, was among the guests at the opening ceremony on May 21. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(2/3)... and the importance of human relationships—values that cannot be measured by numbers—in today's society, where people tend to be judged by numerical figures. In addition, from May 21 to June 5, the exhibition "Transforming Lives: The Power of Human Rights Education,"... #SokaGakkaiNews

🆕News: From May 3 to 31, an exhibition by UNIPEACE, the Korea SGI (KSGI) student peace initiative, was held on university campuses and other locations across South Korea. Themed on humanism, the exhibition calls on viewers to reconsider the dignity of each individual... (1/3) #SokaGakkaiNews

(5/5)...was shown at Castel Gandolfo. Promoted by the Be the Hope Foundation, an affiliate of the Italian Buddhist Institute Soka Gakkai, the exhibition impressed participants with its panels and VR depiction of the human impact of the nuclear bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. #SokaGakkaiNews

(4/5)...Disarming Peace in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, Nuclear and Autonomous Weapons, New Digital Protocols, and Emerging Models of Digital Development" was signed at Rome's Capitoline Hill. The exhibition “Senzatomica: Transforming the Human Spirit for a World Free from Nuclear Weapons”...

(3/5) The Soka Gakkai was one of 12 supporting organizations and Yoshiyuki Nagaoka, Executive Director of the Office of Public Affairs of the Soka Gakkai, gave a presentation on July 15. On July 16, "The Rome Declaration for an Unarmed and... #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(2/5)... former heads of state, academics, faith representatives and experts gathered to discuss ethics, autonomous weapons and the nuclear threat, inspired by Pope Leo XIV’s recent Encyclical Magnifica humanitas, dedicated to safeguarding the human person in the age of artificial intelligence.

🆕News: From July 14-16, Soka Gakkai representatives joined the Global Nobel Laureates Assembly on Artificial Intelligence and Nuclear War held at the Vatican’s Castel Gandolfo, and the Capitoline Hill, Rome. Over 200 Nobel Prize winners, ...(1/5) #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

SGI has put out a statement calling for Early Regulation of Autonomous Weapons, and comprehensive prohibition of systems designed to select and engage human targets. (1/2) See press release here.👇 #MilitaryAI #StopKillerRobots #AutonomousWeapons

(3/3)...including artificial intelligence, youth empowerment, the creative economy, trendy culture, volunteerism and poverty reduction, emphasizing the importance of empathy and trust fostered through dialogue. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(2/3) At the invitation of the ACYF, Soka Gakkai representatives attended the forum, which brought together some 500 young people from around 120 countries. Under the theme "Youth Drive Development for a Better World," participants explored a range of topics, ... #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

🆕 News: From June 14 to 17, the 2026 World Youth Development Forum, co-organized by the All-China Youth Federation (ACYF), the United Nations Development System in China, and the World Youth Development Forum Organizing Committee, was held in Wuhan, China. (1/3) #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(2/2) Lucy Plummer of the SGI Office for UN Affairs highlighted the importance of involving youth in designing environmental education and introduced examples of public awareness activities on environmental issues carried out by SGI organizations worldwide through exhibitions and other means.

🆕 News: On June 15 and 17, during the 64th sessions of the subsidiary bodies of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (SB64) held from June 8 to 18 in Bonn, Germany, the SGI co-organized side events together with other faith-based organizations and international NGOs. (1/2) #SokaGakkaiNews

(3/3) ... and Soka Gakkai General Director Shigeo Hasegawa spoke at the signing ceremony. A roundtable was held after the ceremony on topics including AI ethics, the role of religion in addressing climate change, and Asian traditions contributing to global harmony. #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(2/3) ...at the Josei Toda International Center in Tokyo, Japan. Gulsana Kozhabay, Chair of the Board of the ICIID; Bakhytzhan Suyundikov, Chargé d'Affaires ad interim of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Japan;... #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

🆕 News: On June 30, the Soka Gakkai and the International Centerre for Interfaith and Interreligious Dialogue (ICIID) of the Republic of Kazakhstan signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to further promote exchange between the two organizations...(1/3) #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(3/3) On June 27, Mr. Tanigawa met separately with representatives from South Africa, Zambia, Mozambique and Namibia to discuss their ongoing activities and reaffirm their commitment to advancing peacebuilding efforts in their local communities. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(2/3) A delegation from Japan, led by SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa, also attended. In addition to activity reports, two members shared their personal experiences of overcoming challenges through their Buddhist practice. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

🆕News: On June 28, the Southern Africa General Meeting was held in Johannesburg, South Africa, bringing together some 180 members from Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Zambia and South Africa. (1/3) #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(2/3) ..."Defending Democracy in the Face of 21st Century Challenges," scholars from Australia, Brazil, Germany, India, New Zealand, the Philippines, Tunisia and the USA—joined by online participants—examined how democracy can be strengthened and defended from the perspective of resilience. #News

(3/3) Members from the Hokuriku region joined 48 representatives from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Malaysia and Singapore, who were visiting Japan for an SGI Youth Training Course. For more news: #SokaGakkaiNews #SokaGakkai #SGI #BuddhismInAction #FaithExperience #SeikyoShimbun

(2/3) Two members, one from Japan and one from Malaysia, spoke about how their Buddhist practice has inspired hope, courage and positive change in their lives. The Malaysian member spoke about the power of sincere encouragement and resilience, illustrating the profound impact of faith in daily life.

🆕News: On July 5, 2026, the Hokuriku General Meeting was held at the Soka Gakkai Culture Center in Ishikawa, Japan. (1/3) #SokaGakkai #SGI #BuddhismInAction #FaithExperience #SeikyoShimbun

(3/3) Speakers included Andrea Bartoli, President of the Sant'Egidio Foundation for Peace and Dialogue; Isabel Nuñez, Dean of the School of Education at Purdue University Fort Wayne; and SUA representatives. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(2/3)..."Thoughts on Education for Global Citizenship." Titled "30 Years of Daisaku Ikeda's Vision: Wisdom, Courage, Compassion in Action," the program brought together educators, scholars, and university representatives to reflect on the enduring relevance of President Ikeda's vision. #SokaGakkai

(3/3) Seiko Luis Ishikawa Kobayashi, Ambassador of Venezuela to Japan, and conveying heartfelt condolences for all those who have lost their lives and those affected by the earthquakes. #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(2/2) In addition to activity reports from each country, two young women shared their personal experiences of overcoming mental health and employment challenges through their Buddhist practice. Prior to the meeting, a welcome ceremony was held for people who newly joined the Soka Gakkai. #SokaGakkai

🆕News: On June 21, East Africa General Meeting was held in Nairobi, Kenya, bringing together some 220 members from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda. A delegation from Japan, led by SGI General Director Yoshiki Tanigawa, also attended. (1/2) #SokaGakkai #BuddhisminAction #SokaGakkaiNews

(2/2) The summit was co-organized with the Queen's Institute for Peace, Security and Justice. Among the various themes explored were the potential of music to prevent violence and its role in post-conflict healing and reconciliation—drawing on research and case studies from around the world. #News