UPCOMING CONFERENCES FOR 2026

Transforming Karma Into Mission #1 Conference

: Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 16, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members.

Courageous Freedom Group Conference (LGBTQIA+)

: Mar 20, 2026 - Mar 23, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members who consider themselves to be LGBTQIA+, as well as allies.

Many Treasures Group Conference #1 (ages 65 and older)

: Apr 3, 2026 - Apr 6, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members ages 65 and older.

Men's #1 Conference (Group - National)

: Apr 10, 2026 - Apr 13, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA group through national Men's Division leaders, including non-binary members who are supported by the MD and participate in MD activities in their local organization.

Women's #1 Conference (ages 45 and younger)

: Apr 24, 2026 - Apr 27, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA Women's Division members ages 45 and younger, including non-binary members who are supported by the WD and attend WD activities in their local organization.

Spanish Language Group Conference

: May 1, 2026 - May 4, 2026

Open to all Spanish-speaking SGI-USA members.

Japanese Language Group Conference

: May 15, 2026 - May 18, 2026

Open to all Japanese-speaking SGI-USA members.

SGI-USA Study Conference (Group - Chapter)

: May 29, 2026 - Jun 1, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA group, district and chapter leaders. Vice leaders and member care advisors are also welcome to apply.

Changing Poison Into Medicine Conference

: Jun 5, 2026 - Jun 8, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members.

Student Division Conference (ages 18-25)

: Jun 19, 2026 - Jun 22, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA student division members ages 18-25 who are enrolled in a post-secondary education program or school. High school seniors graduating as part of the class of 2026 are welcome to attend, but must be at least 18 years old by the time of the conference. Student division leaders older than 25 are also welcome to attend.

Junior High School Conference

: Jun 26, 2026 - Jun 29, 2026

This conference is for SGI-USA members in junior high school (middle school) and those who will enter junior high school in the fall of 2026. Youth who graduate junior high school in 2026 should attend the High School Conference at SUA (July 17-20). Registration is now open. A parent/guardian must register their child through their own Member Portal Account.

Elementary School Division with Parents/Guardians Conference #1 (ages 5-12)

: Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 13, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA elementary school division members (ages 5-12) and their parents or guardians. A parent/guardian who is not an SGI-USA member can attend together with another parent/guardian who is an SGI-USA member.

High School Conference at Soka University of America

: Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 20, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members in high school. Youth who graduate from high school in 2026 should attend the Student Division (June 19-22), Young Women's Division (Oct 16-19) or Young Men's Division (Oct 23-26) Conferences at FNCC. Registration is now open. A parent/guardian must register their child through their own Member Portal Account.

Elementary School Division with Parents/Guardians Conference #2 (ages 5-12)

: Jul 24, 2026 - Jul 27, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA elementary school division members (ages 5-12) and their parents or guardians. A parent/guardian who is not an SGI-USA member can attend together with another parent/guardian who is an SGI-USA member.

Culture Department Conference

: Jul 31, 2026 - Aug 3, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members and students 26 years and older who are studying/working or retired from the Five Professional Divisions: 1) PreK-12 Educators; 2) Academics; 3) Healing Arts Professionals; 4) Legal Professionals; 5) Physicians and Professional Doctors! For more information about the Culture Department please go to: > divisional activities >

Oneness of Mentor and Disciple Conference

: Aug 7, 2026 - Aug 10, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members.

Practicing Buddhism as People of African Descent Conference

: Aug 28, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members.

Faith for a Harmonious Family Conference

: Sep 4, 2026 - Sep 7, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members. A conference for adult family members, spouses and individuals who are seeking to transform family karma and build family harmony. Sessions will include lectures and presentation on Ikeda Sensei's guidance, faith experiences related to family, and fun activities for participants and families to bond.

Arts Department Conference

: Sep 18, 2026 - Sep 21, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members who consider themselves an artist of any discipline in any field! Those interested in registering for this conference should contact their zone/territory office.

Women's #2 Conference (By Invitation Only, Region-National)

: Sep 25, 2026 - Sep 28, 2026

This conference is by invitation only for region through national leaders.

Men's #2 Conference (40 and younger)

: Oct 2, 2026 - Oct 5, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA men's division members 40 years and younger.

Young Women's Division Conference

: Oct 16, 2026 - Oct 19, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA Young Women's Division. Non-binary members who are supported by the YWD and participate in YWD activities in their local organization are also welcome to attend.

Young Men's Division Conference

: Oct 23, 2026 - Oct 26, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA Young Men's Division members. Non-binary members who are supported by the YMD and participate in YMD activities in their local organization are also welcome to attend.

Active Duty & Veterans Military / First Responders Conference

: Nov 6, 2026 - Nov 9, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members (18 years or older) who are veterans (served at least one day), active duty military, Reserve/Guard, DOD, as well as all first responders (including law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMT, etc.). This conference is also open to all adult family dependents of our military and first responders members. Additionally, any members who

Many Treasures #2 Conference (ages 65 and older)

: Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 16, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members who are 65 and older.

Transforming Karma #2 Conference

: Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 23, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA members.

Women's #3 Conference (All WD)

: Dec 11, 2026 - Dec 14, 2026

Open to all SGI-USA Women's Division members, including non-binary members who are supported by WD and participate in WD activities in their local organization.

Florida Nature and Culture Center

The FNCC is located on 125 acres of restored wetlands surrounding Toda Lake. Here amid the native Live Oak trees and Sabal Palms, discussions on Buddhism, philosophy and everyday life take place in a relaxing atmosphere.