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
. A$ `- v* h) i* L: copportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
$ J; J6 p4 j) d3 N# G# Ninterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.
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' v7 z  g* h* \, b" t+ ^What 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:
+ d& Z- a5 z( D Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
( j* j" i" T3 {" n" D: T" A* k Learn how to access community services and programs
& P* Q4 j4 `/ D( S Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
7 W" `3 @* F  f7 x4 I' T Identify personal leadership strengths …


Program Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
! E! [# j4 ?  w2 I$ Z! i* G" ESummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

Who can participate?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

+ s3 B' f  R$ {% HWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
5 O5 x  t  H2 X( V$ s& v+ _It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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3 a* z# S8 @3 i- B1 i3 a+ [- {+ uVolunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
8 l# @6 n: W6 ?- |7 s- O Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
! R  B1 M0 i7 B5 N/ L( { Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
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 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

Volunteer Commitment:
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4 j& C. N. a" ]3 v" O 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:

 Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
  F4 ~9 H% B9 _* g3 p9 v Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
& G. ^: p! b+ T. |) `+ j A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
( q7 `; x( M5 x4 L0 q Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
5 |! B' s8 [4 z+ O3 s% ] Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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! T5 {4 f. b2 ~3 f7 x1 d! @Benefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
 Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
% N5 X$ U9 T- J3 B 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
 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