Around the world, people struggle for their freedom against even the harshest suppression, to the point of risking their lives.

But what is freedom? Why do people risk everything in its pursuit?

Since its foundation, Kyoto Seika University has upheld freedom and autonomy, both practicing and exploring the meaning of these essential principles.

In this year, we arranged special interviews by staff members with Nobel Peace Laureates Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, Jose Ramos-Horta, and the Dalai Lama.

We dedicate these "Messages for Freedom" to future generations.