Statement on the Passing of Dr Daisaku Ikeda, the founder of Soka International School, Malaysia (SISM)

Dr Daisaku Ikeda, the founder of our school, passed away peacefully on the evening of November 15. He was 95 years old. Dr Ikeda’s passing is a great loss to Soka International School, Malaysia (SISM). On behalf of the Board, Management, and Staff of SISM, we extend our deepest gratitude for his kindness, and may he rest in peace.

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It is with heavy hearts that we hear the news of the passing away of Dr Daisaku Ikeda, the founder of our school. In his speech at the groundbreaking ceremony on 2 January 2022, he stated that he is absolutely confident that an unending stream of bright, talented youth will emerge from this school, contributing to the well-being of the people as well as the welfare of society and the world. He also entrusts the school to all SISM teachers and staff to take care of this institution, regarded as the treasure of humankind. We are committed to upholding his legacy and advancing the development of Soka education and SISM for future generations.

Michael Kok Fook On PKC

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of SISM

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It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing away of Dr Daisaku Ikeda, the founder of Soka International School, Malaysia. With the founder’s aspiration for ‘Soka International School, Malaysia’ to be endowed with a profound mission: ‘to serve as a new cradle from which global citizens will set out to contribute to the peace and happiness of all people,’ we, the faculty and staff members entrusted with the school, are committed to going above and beyond in nurturing our students to become individuals who spread hope and joy and embark on a journey towards serving the peace and happiness of all people globally.

We have confidence in every student’s ability to excel in their studies and activities, meeting the lofty expectations set by our founder, Dr Ikeda, for our students to become global citizens imbued with wisdom, courage, and compassion.

Dr Wendy Yee Mei Tien

Principal of SISM