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Programs of The Jesse Helms Center
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The Jesse Helms Center exists to promote the principles of free enterprise, representative democracy, traditional American values, and a strong national defense upon which former U.S. Senator Jesse Helms built his life and career. Founded in 1987, the work of the Helms Center involves education, historical preservation and public policy promotion through a variety of programs for students, scholars, and the general public. The Jesse Helms Center is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, non-partisan organization supported by tax-deductible donations.
The Jesse Helms Center Foundation's programs are offered at little or no cost to the public. This is made possible by the support of foundations, individuals and corporations who recognize the value of the programs and the non-partisan commitment of the foundation. |
Programs
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Archives
The Jesse Helms Center is the official repository for the Congressional papers of Senator Helms. The papers span his 30 year Senate career from 1973-2003. Also included in the collection are the personal papers of Senator Helms which document his pre-Senate career as Executive Vice-President of WRAL television station in Raleigh, NC, his stint on the Raleigh City Council, and his civic activities in the Raleigh area. This important segment of the collections dates from the 1950s to the 1970s. |
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Helms Foreign Policy School
The Helms Foreign Policy School is a
a three-day program for young professionals and senior or graduate level students who wish to develop a better understanding of the basics of a conservative foreign policy and the communication skills necessary to promote public policy positions in the current media environment. |
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Free Enterprise Leadership Challenge (FELC)
The flagship program of the Helms Center,
FELC is a week-long conference that exposes high school students to free market principles, character education and leadership training. Conferences are held annually at locations incuding the Wingate University and Campbell University
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Helms Forum
Using a townhall approach, the forum is a vehicle designed to give business and local leader’s information behind the headlines. The intent is to provide newsworthy information from key individuals on the national level and provide a platform for speakers to express their policy and opinion on topics of importance and to receive feedback. |
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Laws of Life
Conducted with the cooperation of the John Templeton Foundation, Laws of Life is a character education tool that gives students the opportunity to write and publish papers and articles on the value of individual character development in American society. The Helms Center is the North Carolina sponsor for the essay contest. |
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Lecture Series
The Helms Center Lecture Series provides a unique opportunity for students and citizens to enrich their understanding and appreciation of the world. International leaders in areas of business, human rights, religion and government provide commentary on world events and the challenges of modern life. |
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Teacher Workshops
The Helms Center's Teacher Seminars bring a variety of educational experts to North Carolina for extensive training on topics such as the Bill of Rights and the American Presidency. |
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