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Human Rights | Dec 2 2008
Interfaith Human Rights Celebration in Washington DC, USA
A ceremony that brought together representatives from ten faith traditions celebrated the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at the new SGI-USA Washington DC Culture Center on December 2, 2008. The Interfaith Conference of Metropolitan Washington, the United Nations Association of the National Capital Area and ... read more
Education | Nov 30 2008
SSA Promotes Health Awareness and Volunteerism
Over the years, Singapore Soka Association (SSA) has promoted awareness of health issues among its membership, sponsoring lectures by SSA members and outside experts in the medical field. In particular, SSA has collaborated with Silver Ribbon (Singapore) on promoting mental health among the general public. On October 4, 2008, together with ... read more
Sustainable Development | Nov 27 2008
"Seeds of Change" Exhibition Shows in Mexico
SGI-Mexico has been cohosting showings of the SGI's “Seeds of Change: The Earth Charter and Human Potential” exhibition in various locations. From October 6 to November 7, 2008, the exhibition was installed at the School of Architecture of the Autonomous University of Yucatan (Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán) in Merida, with ... read more
Culture | Nov 23 2008
SGI-Philippines Hosts Youth Culture Festival in Mindanao
On November 23, 2008, SGI-Philippines put on the "Mindanao Youth Culture Festival" at the Capitol University on Mindanao Island, the Philippines. Capitol University President Casimiro B. Juarez Jr. and his wife, Dr. Fe Rosales Juarez, attended the festival together with some 3,000 SGI-Philippines members. SGI President Daisaku Ikeda sent a ... read more
Peace and Disarmament | Nov 23 2008
Culture of Peace Exhibition Held in South Delhi, India
Kiran Segal, a leading Odissi classical dancer, was the guest of honor and cut the ribbon at the opening ceremony. Ms. Segal remarked that the exhibition offers "Straightforward ways to overcome the animosity that exists amongst us today." She was moved by the messages on the panels such as, ... read more
Peace and Disarmament | Nov 23 2008
Nuclear Abolition and Human Security Exhibition Tours Universities in Taiwan
Attendees at the NTU opening on November 15 included: NTU Vice Presidents Bau Tzong-ho and George Chen Tai-Jen, Dean of Student Affairs Joyce Feng Yen, Dean of Social Science College Zhao Yong-mao, President of Legislative Yuan Wang Jin-pyng and Legislator Chang Chia-Chun. Mr. Wang commented that presenting the exhibition ... read more
Buddhism | Nov 22 2008
SGI-USA Opens Centers in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and North Dallas, Texas
On October 26, 2008, more than 250 members gathered to officially open the new SGI-USA activity center in Gaithersburg. In a congratulatory message, SGI President Daisaku Ikeda expressed his hopes that the center would serve as a forum for friendship and dialogue in the community. Miko Stirlen, a pioneer ... read more
Buddhism | Nov 22 2008
SGI-Nigeria Celebrates 25th Anniversary, Members Gather Throughout Africa
On October 25, 2008, SGI-Nigeria members from throughout the country gathered in Abuja, Nigeria's capital, to celebrate the organization's 25th anniversary. SGI-Nigeria now has eighteen local districts with around 500 members. The annual general meeting was titled "Becoming Capable People to Create the Century of Africa." The gathering featured ... read more
Sustainable Development | Nov 19 2008
SGI-Hong Kong Cohosts Exhibition and Lecture on Global Warming
To raise awareness on the seriousness of global warming and climate change, SGI-Hong Kong and China Polar Museum Foundation Limited (CPMF) coorganized a photo exhibition titled “A Call from Global Warming” at SGI-Hong Kong’s East Culture Center from October 17 to November 19, 2008. CPMF Managing Director and Founder Dr. ... read more
Peace and Disarmament | Nov 18 2008
SGI-USA Culture of Peace Resource Center Opens in USA Capital
On November 18, 2008, an SGI-USA Culture of Peace Resource Center opened in Washington, D.C., USA, which is set to play a role in championing the principles of peace and cooperation that underpin the SGI. The latest peace resource center is located inside the new SGI-USA center located on ... read more
Buddhism | Nov 18 2008
Soka Gakkai Commemorates 78th Anniversary
SGI President Daisaku Ikeda led a service at the Soka Gakkai Headquarters in Shinanomachi, Tokyo, together with representative Soka Gakkai leaders and offered prayers for the happiness, good health and safety of people everywhere as well as for lasting world peace. He presented four poems he had written to ... read more
Culture | Nov 18 2008
Veracruz, Mexico, Holds Arts Festival Celebrating Soka Gakkai Day
Performances at the festival SGI-Mexico members in Veracruz SGI-Mexico’s fife-and-drum corps and dance group as well as eight other local choirs and folk dance ... read more
Buddhism | Nov 18 2008
SGI Members Celebrate Soka Gakkai's Founding Day
On and around November 18, 2008, SGI members throughout the world gathered to celebrate Soka Gakkai's founding day (November 18, 1930) in their respective locales. SGI-Ecuador members SGI-USA members in Santa Monica SGI-Philippines ... read more
Humanitarian Activities | Nov 18 2008
Mercy Relief in Singapore Commends Daisaku Ikeda; SSA Presents Goodwill Award
On November 18, 2008, Mercy Relief, a humanitarian organization in Singapore, commended Daisaku Ikeda, SGI president, for his longstanding contributions to the betterment of humanity through activities advancing peace, culture and education. Singapore Soka Association (SSA) General Director Ong Bon Chai received the commendation on Mr. Ikeda's behalf from ... read more
Peace and Disarmament | Nov 17 2008
SGI-Denmark and Pugwash Conference Cosponsor Antinuclear Symposium
On November 17, 2008, a symposium titled "Strengthening the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)" was held at Christiansborg Palace, which houses the Danish Parliament, in Copenhagen. SGI-Denmark and the Danish Committee of the Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs (Pugwash Denmark) cosponsored ... read more
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