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
+ V- x1 }% Z: W; B- [9 ^3 w( wAsian 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,
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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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) \7 f- i% c( i  I3 e/ O+ _These activities will enable youth to:
( s* N2 u* A* _! D& }( @8 q Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
9 b0 J, W& b  q  A. K9 ^ Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 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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5 X! \1 Y3 s5 F) \- N0 H& _Who can participate?
# [' W4 ^7 k' wAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

  \- q: G' W! V$ V$ [  ^$ QWhat 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:
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 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
' E" \4 h0 D, Q Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
, g7 j; y' e% G% \0 T: b: t: B8 G$ u Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
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Volunteer Commitment:

 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
: N+ P$ M/ S' B0 z! W7 B One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer

2 `6 I/ K+ I5 Z" r1 WAttitude/Skills Requirements:

1 D' Z- H" d0 ~  g0 \  o 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
5 v7 l$ ~) M( l8 I/ G& W* R Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
1 J' N5 Y: v/ n Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

( B3 H; j2 ~, N( [& i& mBenefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
, h' _* f' j& g" t7 l9 C Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
6 v' t$ F& r- _* j1 Q  Z+ [$ K) e 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
7 G0 o. v$ g6 `1 P Opportunity for team work
7 l" C+ Q$ G2 V- { Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
. v5 C4 C) h9 K: b 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