青少年义工机会

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T.A.N.G. Youth Program is an educational and activity-based program aiming to equip
; V0 l3 E# r+ d% gAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
( Y% y) g; \1 h2 Nopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
6 Z# w3 T5 d" E' qinterpersonal 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.

These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
8 G/ E# H/ Z  x! g Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
" a4 t9 Q& x, { Identify personal leadership strengths …
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/ k7 \9 q' j  Z' r& XProgram Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
: c/ r+ h  o9 `. v2 r& p/ WSummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
% K8 r& X% n; u" L2 j2 d8 G                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

7 ^2 y' L4 @8 T$ hWho 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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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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! t8 E- g: s- I, [2 T! KVolunteer’s Duties:

 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
 Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
# x8 H2 u, P5 i( d! i+ v Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
% b2 W$ p! x" U0 @3 l* C# ^ Be a role model

Volunteer Commitment:

 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
7 M$ E7 u+ {0 d, O' I, B; R* ~ One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer
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" |% g; i1 T% w# a$ O% t# [9 FAttitude/Skills Requirements:

0 y) w7 g3 w3 c* X( p# R Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
3 L5 N. T) q* z1 T4 O6 y" t 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
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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8 j1 _, t; C8 w& U1 e2 XBenefits to Volunteer:
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 Gain work experience
$ Y! x# ]8 F0 l' ^( {6 ` Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
4 J% R* k# O& W! c& K0 J' ? Make good friends
9 y; E8 |8 Y% k3 b9 ~ 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
) H; Z5 m- ]9 q* k Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
' q2 J) R3 w* { 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