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
1 `3 v+ p$ y6 y! A: x: xAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
' i8 x3 _: x& O7 Eopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
( C- a( A9 f, W5 x! M' winterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
% G" K) L) u' t/ Z' T0 Z0 \and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.
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) W7 a# f, k% J0 ?What will take place in the sessions?
0 ^, W+ ?7 h4 s9 w" R6 z5 eEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

, _" _/ P% W' K( z. [These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
8 I0 b0 K4 x" f Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …


Program Schedule:
/ _) }% `+ {( ?) W3 E% RRegular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
: O. p! I) K0 Z3 z$ vSummer 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

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& x: X/ s: M: l( D" I/ ]Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.
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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:
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; }* ^) l( d4 A  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
4 X) U8 X3 i/ ]* R# m& t3 v Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
+ ]$ h: u1 j) `7 g  m. `9 \ Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
: P4 D0 A! u# W2 p8 J: k Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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% _5 c: R4 |. r# l9 uVolunteer Commitment:

- {" k  a" [5 @8 b9 Z; D4 k0 | 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

; ]5 [5 d9 L9 W! e/ PAttitude/Skills Requirements:
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2 a7 v( a0 f" e- y8 H Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
# k+ Y' U! p/ X! r8 g- q 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
8 Z" k( z2 ~# x3 j3 n, B Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
- J5 g8 y% h4 k1 l" J Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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Benefits to Volunteer:
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 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
 Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
3 @& w; z* P0 c: Q Opportunity for team work
6 R  B- _5 [) y7 I4 p* o Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
; U& J, T. ?* r; t+ J) V Make a difference in someone’s life

  h0 s" A* |" IIf 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