Partnerships often start by finding common ground—whether that’s a shared concern for peace, education or the environment. Soka Gakkai teams up with faith groups of all stripes, from Christian and Muslim councils to Jewish and Hindu associations, hosting interfaith dialogues in cities like New York and Tokyo. At those gatherings, voices from different backgrounds swap stories about social justice, spotlighting how compassion and respect can stitch communities back together.

On the academic front, Soka University’s alliances stretch across borders. Memorandums of understanding with institutions in Brazil, Germany and Kenya pave the way for student exchanges, joint research on global citizenship and co-hosted seminars. In 2024, a virtual symposium on “Education for Sustainable Development” brought together professors from Tokyo, Nairobi and São Paulo, proving that distance is no match for shared enthusiasm.

The secular world isn’t left out. At the recent UN Climate Change Conference (COP28), Soka Gakkai members collaborated with environmental NGOs to promote reforestation projects and youth-led climate action. With UNESCO’s backing, they’ve launched neighborhood clean-ups and digital campaigns that blend local flair with global reach—talk about hitting the ground running. In Europe, partnerships with municipal governments have yielded peace rallies and workshops on conflict resolution in schools.

Even pop culture isn’t off-limits. By joining forces with artists, filmmakers and writers, Soka Gakkai brings Buddhist-inspired themes into public festivals and street art projects—from a mural in Berlin celebrating human dignity to a short film on student empowerment showcased at the Busan International Film Festival. These efforts prove that collaboration isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a living, breathing practice that transforms ideas into action.