青少年义工机会

又见炊烟

T.A.N.G. Youth Program is an educational and activity-based program aiming to equip
Asian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
6 y  U2 Y  f0 d! x0 B4 B" \2 gopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
: u8 ?$ }+ @: n4 u1 e, oand  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.
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" G9 v$ A3 c% g: N( I9 H; EWhat will take place in the sessions?
; n; a' Y9 C0 A6 rEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
7 m" x+ S) n& O6 ~0 `) G Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …


Program Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
Summer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
! Q5 i. p+ R) n' H( H                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

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& I4 S3 z! o! q& q2 p+ A% y7 GAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.
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What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
2 C+ a3 Y  S! A* Z8 @! @1 FIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.

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- p! A( F1 ?5 k* `$ x3 GVolunteer’s Duties:

: t8 G; X- E4 B Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
0 K1 W+ |7 W$ k' e0 _6 X9 B Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
0 `9 O* e" w) r" s' w9 i! E' J Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
$ y% i7 e; `3 x" W& I. N Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
. h5 ^' \7 k5 h* Y0 ]6 A Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
  F  \" \$ B. c# O9 L3 k. m Assist in program planning
5 t4 J# D% B, v" X8 t Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:
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 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
  ^7 j0 z& L8 \; N One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer
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Attitude/Skills Requirements:

 Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
4 L: M% y7 y7 ~2 e$ \ Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
! X" B# x! |, {: w- i( q/ t A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

- A* J- R$ m. j& z* |4 i9 bBenefits to Volunteer:
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7 ]7 M- E  h) x' ~4 r& B6 t Gain work experience
: T9 t' E0 y3 W7 p/ q" { Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
 Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
" r* |' h, h* Z7 d4 g* c9 ^ Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
: e  @+ g7 f5 g% F% ?; q, G' z Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
; e1 w* Q4 }% f5 x- m% e Make a difference in someone’s life

If you are interested & to be a part of our volunteer team, please call  Daniel at 429-3111 or email to chengrongmei@hotmail.com or daniel.suen@assistcsc.org