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“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

Nichiren Daishonin proclaims in a famous passage: “I, Nichiren, have inscribed my life in sumi ink, so believe in the Gohonzon with your whole heart” (“Reply to Kyo’o,” The Writings of Nichiren Daishonin, vol. 1, p. 412). Honzon is a Japanese word meaning “object of fundamental respect or devotion.” The prefix go means “worthy of

Congratulations on joining the SGI-USA and starting your journey of human revolution and happiness! Starting something new isn’t always easy, and jumping into the mix of establishing a daily practice of chanting, learning gongyo, attending your local SGI meetings and studying Buddhism can seem overwhelming at first. So, to help you get organized and develop

In April, the SGI-USA launched new leadership features in the Member Resources Portal for district through national leaders that will make it easier to see your organization’s status and where it’s headed. With the portal menu now separated into Personal and Organizational sections, leaders have access to features such as personalized intuitive dashboards and key

What does it take to be authentic? How do you make progress even when you can’t see eye to eye? How do small goals add up to big dreams? These are some of the topics that the Buddhability podcast took on shortly after it debuted in October 2020. Hosted by journalist and SGI-USA member Jihii

1. SGI-USA Publications  Follow along the study presentation and contribute to the discussion by bringing your own copy of Living Buddhism and World Tribune. 2. Gongyo Book and Beads Don’t forget your gongyo book and beads! Meetings begin by reciting gongyo and chanting daimoku together.  3. An Open Heart Bring an open heart and seeking

The SGI-USA launched its new Member Resources portal (portal.sgi-usa.org), a website featuring all your member and leader resources in one place; and the new SGI-USA website (sgi-usa.org), now a purely outward-facing website geared toward informing the general public of our Buddhist practice and community. Member Resources Website Features: • A more personalized design and user

This October 7–8, the SGI-USA will hold online Introductory Exams, administered at SGI-USA centers across the country. Buddhism is a teaching for helping all people, especially those suffering the most. “Therefore,” Ikeda Sensei says, “[Buddhist] study needs to be rooted in daily life and serve as a guide for action. Study becomes a revitalizing force

Buddhability, SGI-USA’s online ecosystem for young people, is inspiring a new generation to believe in themselves against all odds.

Starting in January 2022, all district study and discussion meeting material will be available in Living Buddhism. As part of this change, the study magazine will feature expanded options for the monthly discussion meeting presentation material. The SGI-USA in October announced “The District Is the Core” as its focus toward 2030, introducing more resources and

After an 18-month hiatus from in-person activities, nearly 40 SGI-USA Buddhist centers throughout the country have safely opened since August, with more centers opening each month. With the health and safety of the members foremost in mind, the SGI-USA is allowing only persons vaccinated against COVID-19 in our centers at this time. Proof of COVID-19

Starting in November, SGI-USA will go back to recording attendance for the district discussion meetings. Here’s why. When the SGI-USA began its statistics program in 2004, Ikeda Sensei applauded the effort, saying that, since he was the president of the SGI, he was also a member of the SGI-USA. And when his membership card was

The coming decade is an extremely important time, when we must work to resolve the challenges facing our planet and to build a new culture for humankind, a new human civilization, based on respect for the dignity of life and human revolution. “Let’s pledge together to advance cheerfully on our shared journey of hope and

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

Starting in March, monthly SGI-USA district study meetings will focus on excerpted passages from the revised edition of The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, part 1. The material will be published monthly in Living Buddhism, beginning with the March 2021 issue. The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace series consists of selected guidances from

In March, SGI-USA members quickly turned to Zoom to hold virtual meetings after in-person gatherings were halted due to the spread of COVID-19. Here we address some frequently asked questions about how to use the service. Q: I have difficulty using technology, and I feel that I am missing out because I am joining activities

SGI-USA’s new digital ecosystem for American youth

The SGI-USA has reached millions of people online through sgi-usa.org and worldtribune.org, as well as its presence on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and its podcast “Buddhist Solutions for Life’s Problems.” Many members have been reconnected to the SGI, and many guests have been introduced to the SGI through these channels. In addition, current SGI-USA members benefit

SGI-USA launches a Buddhist Solutions for Life's Problems making Buddhism more relatable.

Toward the 60th anniversary of the SGI-USA in 2020, the SGI-USA begins a new era of developing the districts. Studying The New Human Revolution Starting from its January 2019 issue, Living Buddhism began carrying a four-part study guide on one volume per month of The New Human Revolution. The following is a suggested framework for