Soka Gakkai International Provides Humanitarian Aid to Pakistan Earthquake Victims

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Soka Gakkai Vice General Director Minoru Harada and Vice President Kenji Yoshigo visited the Pakistan Embassy in Tokyo on October 17 to express condolences for the country's loss and donate US$30,000 to the President's Relief Fund for Earthquake Victims. The devastating earthquake that hit northeastern Pakistan on October 8 has left a trail of destruction, and Soka Gakkai's support will help provide emergency supplies to those in the worst-hit areas. This gesture is in line with the organization's tradition of providing humanitarian relief, as seen in its efforts to aid victims of Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

Key Takeaways:

  • Soka Gakkai Vice General Director Minoru Harada and Vice President Kenji Yoshigo visited the Pakistan Embassy in Tokyo to express condolences and donate US$30,000 to the President's Relief Fund for Earthquake Victims.
  • The donation will be used to provide emergency supplies to those in the worst-hit areas of northeastern Pakistan.
  • Soka Gakkai's humanitarian aid efforts are part of its tradition of Buddhism humanism, as seen in its past relief work.
  • The organization has over 12 million members worldwide, with Soka Gakkai International (SGI) promoting peace, culture, and education globally.
  • SGI has a history of providing humanitarian assistance in the wake of natural disasters, including Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

Statistics:

  • US$30,000 (3,400,000 yen) donated by Soka Gakkai to the President's Relief Fund for Earthquake Victims.
  • 12 million members worldwide of Soka Gakkai International (SGI).
  • US$10,000 initial donation made by SGI-USA to the American Red Cross after Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
  • Over 10,000 toys and books distributed to children housed at the Houston Astrodome and other centers through a SGI-USA toy collection drive.

Sources:

  • Soka Gakkai International CONTACT: Joan Anderson Office of Public Information Soka Gakkai International Tel: +81-3-5360-9830 Fax: +81-3-5360-9885 www.sgi.org
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