The Shinnyo-en Foundation announced that it will honor Emmy Award and Golden Globe-winning actor Martin Sheen with the Pathfinder's Peace Award at the Six Billion Paths to Peace Forum on April 20 at the Richard Nixon Library in Yorba Linda, California.

Sheen will be honored for his path to peace in helping others who are in need and promoting a more harmonious world. Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning actress Alfre Woodard also will be honored at the Forum for her service work in Africa.

"Martin Sheen's path to peace has encouraged deeper compassion among humankind, helping others find their journey to peace and harmony," said Harumitsu Inouye, Executive Director, Shinnyo-en Foundation. "We are inspired by how he has helped others throughout the world through his art and life to be more conscious about ways to contribute to a more peaceful world."

Sheen is the first recipient of the Pathfinder's Peace Award which honors individuals who promote peace and harmony through their work. The Award will be given annually as part of the Shinnyo-en Foundation's new Six Billion Paths to Peace Project. The Project seeks to encourage individuals to practice peace in their daily lives.