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
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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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) `+ W" F5 b) m4 N* u8 s+ rWhat 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
 Learn how to access community services and programs
* X; o* q+ |9 n1 L9 t Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
/ C4 p) S0 I# o$ K" D/ x& w1 H$ c Identify personal leadership strengths …
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Program Schedule:
" ?8 K: j7 h, t; Y- S4 n# m# `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
' |: a3 B# j$ ]: `                              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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% V; u7 W. h2 @9 T8 Y0 h4 ?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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Volunteer’s Duties:

9 Z8 S+ D5 X0 [7 O5 { 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
 Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
) _/ A  D2 `9 Z" k9 K8 F Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
# M+ K0 |5 A+ n  ^5 r8 P Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:

 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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: A& e* Z6 @0 C/ S& }; G& [! U- FAttitude/Skills Requirements:
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 Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
/ o' k) T; K; }  L7 x Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
3 a6 h5 S, x1 C+ R# ~2 c$ f A team player
6 X4 p7 O# k% E+ C3 H Able to work independently with minimum supervision
6 j7 o" j4 \+ N$ P; m Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
3 o2 p4 C7 a, H9 M- N Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

3 [. Q- u- G' i! i8 y, P3 q6 K5 HBenefits to Volunteer:
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 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
) h- Q" T3 N: E; q Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
2 C0 j1 m/ [9 e9 Y1 O3 K Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
  Y2 a  o. ~% j" C$ _1 O 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