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SGI
Charter
Preamble
We, the constituent organizations
and members of the Soka Gakkai International (hereinafter called
"SGI"), embrace the fundamental aim and mission of contributing to
peace, culture and education based on the philosophy and ideals of
the Buddhism of Nichiren Daishonin.
We recognize that at no time in
history has humankind experienced such an intense juxtaposition of
war and peace, discrimination and equality, poverty and abundance
as in the twentieth century; that the development of increasingly
sophisticated military technology, exemplified by nuclear weapons,
has created a situation where the very survival of the human
species hangs in the balance; that the reality of violent ethnic
and religious discrimination presents an unending cycle of
conflict; that humanity's egoism and intemperance have engendered
global problems, including degradation of the natural environment
and widening economic chasms between developed and developing
nations, with serious repercussions for humankind's collective
future.
We believe that Nichiren
Daishonin's Buddhism, a humanistic philosophy of infinite respect
for the sanctity of life and all-encompassing compassion, enables
individuals to cultivate and bring forth their inherent wisdom and,
nurturing the creativity of the human spirit, to surmount the
difficulties and crises facing humankind and realize a society of
peaceful and prosperous coexistence.
We, the constituent organizations
and members of SGI, therefore, being determined to raise high the
banner of world citizenship, the spirit of tolerance, and respect
for human rights based on the humanistic spirit of Buddhism, and to
challenge the global issues that face humankind through dialogue
and practical efforts based on a steadfast commitment to
nonviolence, hereby adopt this charter, affirming the following
purposes and principles:
Purposes and
Principles
1. SGI shall contribute to peace, culture and education
for the happiness and welfare of all humanity based on Buddhist
respect for the sanctity of life.
2. SGI, based on the ideal of
world citizenship, shall safeguard fundamental human rights and not
discriminate against any individual on any grounds.
3. SGI shall respect and protect
the freedom of religion and religious expression.
4. SGI shall promote an
understanding of Nichiren Daishonin's Buddhism through grass-roots
exchange, thereby contributing to individual happiness.
5. SGI shall, through its
constituent organizations, encourage its members to contribute
toward the prosperity of their respective societies as good
citizens.
6. SGI shall respect the
independence and autonomy of its constituent organizations in
accordance with the conditions prevailing in each
country.
7. SGI shall, based on the
Buddhist spirit of tolerance, respect other religions, engage in
dialogue and work together with them toward the resolution of
fundamental issues concerning humanity.
8. SGI shall respect cultural
diversity and promote cultural exchange, thereby creating an
international society of mutual understanding and
harmony.
9. SGI shall promote, based on
the Buddhist ideal of symbiosis, the protection of nature and the
environment.
10. SGI shall contribute to the
promotion of education, in pursuit of truth as well as the
development of scholarship, to enable all people to cultivate their
individual character and enjoy fulfilling and happy
lives.
SGI Australia
Code of
Business Principles
The SGI Australia (SGIA) Code
of Business Principles describes the standards of conduct for our
staff throughout Australia. This code reflects our SGI Charter and
the philosophy of our founders.
Standard of
conduct
All of our operations and
activities as staff are to be conducted with transparency, honesty,
integrity and a profound respect for human rights and the equality
of all peoples. SGIA commits to the wellbeing of and best interest
of its staff and members at all times.
All interactions with the
community will be conducted with he highest standards of business
practice and humanistic engagement.
Legal
Requirements
SGIA will comply at all times
with the legitimate laws of the land. Our employment strategies
will fulfil the needs of our members and not be influenced by any
form of discrimination.
SGI Australia requires that
all employees accept responsibility to represent our organization
in an exemplary manner, including appearance, behaviour,
consideration and productivity. SGIA will provide training,
feedback opportunities, regular reviews and a healthy, clean and
well-equipped environment to support and enable employees to fulfil
their responsibilities.
SGIA will provide regular and
reliable information on our activities, structure, financial
situation and performance to all financial members. Fair hearing
will be given by any employee who claims legitimate unfair
treatment or discrimination. Complaints will be heard by the
General Manager. If the complaint involves the General Manager, it
will be heard by the Board of Directors. Action based on these
complaints will be at the discretion of the General Manager or the
Board as required.
Community
Engagement
SGIA will engage in promoting
a harmonious expression of our values in concert with the community
generally and in considered partnerships with like-minded
organisations and individuals.
SGIA will promote business
practice and activities while maintaining respect for, and
protection of the environment, within its capabilities and within
community standards and legal compliance.
Staff are required to comply
with this code of business principles as implemented by management
under direction from the Board of Directors. Non-compliance may
result in censure and/or other penalties or termination.
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