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
9 C6 _; {1 h- a7 O! t7 @: \Asian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
8 r+ q& b# [9 O* W" B9 \" x- `! Vand  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.


; @; _. U' x1 g- ?$ g3 L5 hWhat 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
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
1 _! w* N+ o1 M Identify personal leadership strengths …


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
, n' G1 F3 X8 n( v                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

Who can participate?
  q8 j2 {4 F: Q+ s# S. ]Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

9 B/ y! t: T" ~% r  I# ]What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
* I) C- |4 m* J  GIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.


/ g2 J3 n& k: t3 j6 u- gVolunteer’s Duties:

8 ^' b+ H: J% D3 P2 \, W Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
( d: [8 V1 n  m. ]# z Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
8 \3 B$ Z6 ~. C$ |" } 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
 Be a role model

Volunteer Commitment:
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# D0 V! C% t3 g7 |0 d On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
# Q5 o' [" O& Q# t7 A One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer
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9 Z, r' g; f& l- s0 DAttitude/Skills Requirements:
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 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
) v4 Z# u( H5 _$ @% N A team player
- `1 j) X; n# a# ^ Able to work independently with minimum supervision
, l6 `. u. |, ]6 H3 @5 j Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

3 i, e/ c% @" IBenefits to Volunteer:

1 O0 q2 g* O; p8 ?9 @- w Gain work experience
7 B/ F1 s  [6 w  L5 `' f Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
% _- T0 ?4 t/ u  D Make good friends
: ]/ ~. e5 O2 ^; u; o+ R8 [ Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
9 m* X# y+ F, {6 H' m$ ^& ?" W 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
# e6 R7 t! g1 l/ B Make a difference in someone’s life
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- \1 h! }: u) q) |3 \$ N/ F* k( t, m. a0 uIf 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