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
: [3 }8 V2 J' B( ~6 f; k( P0 X9 wopportunities, 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:
: P2 s3 k6 Z1 ~7 A! z! y Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
, D% Y1 x+ A, R( A8 k5 c( r6 S Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
. A6 s7 ?$ w( U" ? Identify personal leadership strengths …
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0 K3 t) u& D7 v. e/ a' EProgram Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
+ G) |8 c1 K  G9 L; Z* g& Z0 \Summer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
4 o1 b) ?, A* v5 t7 a5 M0 d                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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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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( X: K: N- v+ X& tWhat 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.


6 a0 Y0 K) ~- e, rVolunteer’s Duties:

( t( `. D- Q# ]/ s! o- T3 B Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
9 {$ D+ W4 l0 H1 v9 i3 Y% m: j  p! f 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
; I8 S) e0 z( P Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
. ~: Y* k$ x( I1 t" c Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:

) i* E9 \, y+ m; q# m/ O/ s; S0 J 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

, W$ n7 {5 r9 {9 |' v8 IAttitude/Skills Requirements:

  X& }0 W; |, h9 O+ ]# N 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
' s& E  z- h6 ~3 w Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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Benefits to Volunteer:
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 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
" Q+ p( g  o$ H( k& g, Y- @ Make good friends
% _$ ^  O% e, N: S* U6 j) n. a Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
4 g( r/ u, C3 F9 G2 i+ h  U1 v Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
5 M2 r. l+ k4 ~ Opportunity for team work
% w0 l' D' ^8 r- C$ I2 [  p. u Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 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