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
, z: S5 t+ E, m% [8 N4 \, LAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
, F8 O# h+ N+ k. W* ]interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.


What will take place in the sessions?
% n& m" x! R& U- B- |9 BEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

' g/ M. A, ~8 M2 H/ F/ iThese activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
1 Q  G0 e8 S  A( ^0 E4 p3 Y Learn how to access community services and programs
% ]. m3 i" l3 J8 p- W- E. q Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
' D2 k* h. z0 \3 e Identify personal leadership strengths …


$ l* X$ K# h& K8 pProgram 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

Who can participate?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.
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2 n8 W4 |" `: g2 |% @What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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* n& f: T2 C, L. AVolunteer’s Duties:
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: {: J/ J6 Y! ^1 [6 A; }" m Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
# t) f) D2 `: I% X1 j) e Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
5 d# l; Z. ]1 q( G2 y( E! {& P Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
( o- J" x) ]( |" ]3 C' B& X Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
7 V3 R4 H5 R8 h1 R% w: s Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
& J! v5 |5 t( ?5 G0 w' b Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:
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2 C8 N8 n: L- l  t On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
 One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer

! Z8 C) T# N6 s( n0 T" c4 g: e2 eAttitude/Skills Requirements:
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 Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
7 N! O- `. n/ w6 ^* t Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
% `  W& \: i3 U: |0 T A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
1 Y) j5 c+ w/ c+ `* w! X) ?: } Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

Benefits to Volunteer:
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- b* Q1 ~1 k: \; B/ X Gain work experience
 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
 Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
' w) F7 t  z6 o% k4 E( y6 j; P Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
* }" i  y' g1 x9 R/ b6 |& F 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