On 10 February, SGM members nationwide joyfully attended the Chinese New Year Gongyo Meetings to kickstart the Year of the Dragon. After a gongyo and daimoku session, a congratulatory video from SGM General Director Koh Sia Feai and Women’s Division Leader May Chan was played.
Mr Koh, while mentioning the Soka International School Malaysia, expressed his gratitude to all members for their support towards Soka education. He also encouraged all members to strive to shakubuku 8,000 youths and establish a Youthful Soka Gakkai Worldwide to repay the debt of gratitude to President Ikeda.
 Kedah |
 Kuala Lumpur |
Madam May used the story of carps trying to scale the Dragon Gate waterfalls as an encouragement for everyone to deepen their faith and advance with hope in adversity.
Both Mr Koh and Madam May were present at the SGM Culture Centre to deliver their festive greetings and encourage those present to partake in friendly dialogues. The atmosphere was further enlivened by vibrant lion dances, a traditional Chinese dance performance and an engaging sketch.
 Johor Muar |
 Pahang |
Meanwhile at the SGM Selangor Culture Centre, members were greeted by lion dances and later enjoyed wonderful performances by Miao Yin Chinese Orchestra and Hibiscus Choir. A sketch that emphasised the values of unity and gratitude was also presented. The event was honoured by the presence of Sentosa assemblyperson YB Dr Gunarajah George, who extended his Chinese New Year greetings to all present.
 Sabah |
 Selangor |
At the Negeri Sembilan Culture Centre, the presence of the God of Wealth and the presentation of Chinese New Year songs added to the cheerful festive ambiance.
Meanwhile, on 9 February, an early celebration was held in a centre in Muar, Johor where youth division members presented a creative sketch and joyful dances to the tune of several Chinese New Year songs.
 Terengganu |
 Penang |
