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More than two years had passed since U.S. President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, when, on June 19, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas, with news of freedom. While the proclamation had freed all enslaved people in the Confederate states, it was largely enforced through the advancement of Union troops. When news

To our treasured SGI-USA members, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support of this year’s May Commemorative Contribution activity. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the SGI’s establishment, a significant milestone in our kosen-rufu movement of which we all take great pride. Meeting and speaking with many of you, I have

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%

The Many Treasures Group has a mission to pass on their conviction in faith to many young people.

A discussion with youth about the key to introducing young people to Buddhism.

From the voices of our junior high and high school members, envoys of the future.

Never give up—(L–r) Jason Lions and his former young men’s division leader, Tony in 2005. 20 years later, they attend the Men’s Division Conference at the Florida Nature and Culture Center, Weston, Fla., April 2025. Photos courtesy of Jason Lions. Jason LionsLos Angeles Throughout my early years, poverty and violence were daily realities of my

by Abe UccelloSpecial to the Tribune  PORT OF SPAIN—On the corner of Wrightsville Road and Sackville Street here in the capital, the breathtaking sight of local trees, called “poui,” were in full bloom, as if to celebrate the long-awaited grand opening of the new SGI-USA Trinidad and Tobago Buddhist Center. Nestled on the northwest coast

Sharing Buddhism with young people starts with being a good friend.

What we can learn from Nichiren Daishonin and his disciples about the courageous spirit of offerings.

Nichiren Daishonin was a person of profound appreciation and humanism. He always opened his letters to disciples by expressing his deepest gratitude for the offerings they sent him, going so far as to detail each one. To a husband and wife who offered him an unlined robe, he wrote that, when he dons the robe

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In March, 3,000 (and counting) youth guests took part in our district discussion meetings. So, what’s next?

A study tool for the Introductory Exam, being held on April 12–13.

At the CEC, the body discusses ways to reimagine the district discussion meeting and make it more engaging to youth.

“One actual discussion meeting is far more effective in turning the wheels of kosen-rufu than a million fine-sounding words of theory.” —Ikeda Sensei (Jan. 17, 2025, World Tribune, p. 3) Across the globe, districts are experimenting with new approaches, drawing on the creativity and wisdom of youth to ensure discussion meetings are even fresher and

The May Commemorative Contribution Activity embodies our vow to practice and spread the Mystic Law, expressing gratitude for the profound benefits we have received through Buddhist practice. Beyond personal appreciation, it serves as a means to financially sustain and expand the kosen-rufu movement, ensuring that future generations have access to the transformative teachings of Nichiren

Youth territory leaders share their personal reasons for advancing full throttle toward the March youth-led discussion meetings.

Q. Who is eligible to take it? A. This exam—available in English and Spanish—is open to new members as well as those who have not taken or passed the Introductory Exam in previous years. Guests are also more than welcome to take the exam! To find out who is eligible in your local organization, district–national

The SGI-USA Many Treasures Group is soaring higher in 2025 with a new national leadership team. The group, for members 65 years and older, was established by Ikeda Sensei in 1988. Their name comes from Many Treasures Buddha who is seated beside Shakyamuni Buddha in the treasure tower and lends credence to truth of Shakyamuni’s