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
. n' l+ V! T! o! U$ o6 RAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.

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What will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
# ]- q# }# @  ^9 X2 \ Learn how to access community services and programs
: a5 `  s- |) }7 Y Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
5 @* T' |/ l9 s$ Y: c 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
                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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7 |$ ~2 X4 B1 D6 L$ F% dWho can participate?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

* C5 ]- f4 P! ^What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
3 z& w( q+ ~/ D+ q" |It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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3 D4 g4 p7 `+ Z- ~; Q8 y" QVolunteer’s Duties:

7 t7 {$ R: Y' f: F( ~; E# l Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
2 U' @/ R8 I# |$ H7 z! ]& e Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
 Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
* ?* D! g$ j& E& ]6 ~. Y Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

Volunteer Commitment:

 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
2 d" N& ^7 L+ Z' e6 N! I 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:

$ p6 |: C( x2 a' h) v' z% g Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
 Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
 A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
' V0 H, e5 v) ]* G Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

4 l" b  e4 o  y  B) cBenefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
, J5 M9 m) T$ B) ], O: C  n Make good friends
 Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
( z8 i8 ^9 v- z( D6 @% f Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
& \! w1 ^# L4 j2 H) z8 Y Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
8 q: Q! ~; w7 s$ l/ L+ B: ] Make a difference in someone’s life
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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