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
& x' s6 ]4 V* d+ jopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
/ h( E/ n/ \  d9 vinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.

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* ~& Z( Y5 q# Z* A9 j0 |; s) rWhat will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

& p$ s5 D8 A/ K" s4 W5 {These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
" m4 K6 |+ ^5 s) _- \8 T Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
2 M0 |( ?1 C; K$ m% U$ E& A( ?' ^ Identify personal leadership strengths …
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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
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+ d$ S' w$ e  N$ l; NWho can participate?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

/ Z9 ]6 [1 X5 l4 PWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
/ R& m9 C: `5 W, JIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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Volunteer’s Duties:

$ [) n/ G  Z5 Y- _ 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
6 i8 W6 n4 l7 n$ @ Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
; @. A7 L% T4 c$ M5 ] Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
4 J, _0 O$ ~* q8 b 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)
 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:

$ U3 r' ^, K: r' ~* H; C' E 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
# U4 ?4 r/ w" I, o8 C  e) `. W Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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/ R5 Q7 [! j9 B: TBenefits to Volunteer:

+ G0 e7 a0 A3 b- m# i0 U: c5 _" k Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
& g; M8 h! m; c6 ?/ j/ U Make good friends
0 s: E+ f+ Z$ J, I- J- [0 ~ 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
& M" |# @% q4 ?, @" |1 K5 g9 x; I6 _ Opportunity for team work
9 C+ u5 ^* o( ?$ t# _7 | 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