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
3 F1 F" `8 ^/ L8 S' @* f; p+ c* t$ OAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
/ `/ _3 B. G6 W$ K1 q0 r1 Dopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
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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/ A6 S7 X8 F5 a& H  K! r+ _What will take place in the sessions?
2 K" W( g% d) n- R/ d! U/ R8 uEach 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
! X9 ?  C: u& H Learn how to access community services and programs
( u! w: F; }2 }; o' j Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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6 I/ i; m9 H4 JProgram Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
6 r% n! o& t2 A4 J( MSummer 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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! h  K0 [$ p2 _5 }; }1 l; aWho 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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& i/ D- D/ E) [9 DWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
3 c( g: |, n8 I7 C2 |, v/ ~It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.

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7 C7 H, M# g! z! C* p' P+ |6 \Volunteer’s Duties:
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8 d2 i) D1 P$ [/ {6 u Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
" n6 o1 v2 h$ {& p1 y% o Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
4 K3 x1 h- w2 j. N) I Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
% ?" u9 c+ \$ S3 a' L& f Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
$ b0 s2 l, a! y: Y0 E Assist in program planning
3 n1 {! Q4 g! A6 q/ T Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:

1 H' U0 j+ s, u On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
* u" K( o1 o# o2 N: C9 ~ One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer

Attitude/Skills Requirements:
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, x' u5 V: z; V  y7 e Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
9 c  T4 M$ n# r6 ^. v; ?4 J; ] Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
: q3 q- P# `8 Q7 W9 R A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
) ~! C4 L3 E: g2 f+ C. o8 I Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
, v; m/ j1 t# X# T  y0 T- m Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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! D4 D: i- i* u, Z$ A) ZBenefits to Volunteer:

' W4 k* P+ u9 p* S Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
- I- f) }/ I1 ~3 A; S* @# x' U- A 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
8 I/ ?. J2 w1 {9 E$ N Opportunity for team work
" W2 U9 B& ~! }) _3 ] Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

6 K" A  F% T2 ?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