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 z! a! ~. G( u0 cAsian 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,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.

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; m9 ^% p3 o' l! ?( Z$ @What will take place in the sessions?
3 p  K" X8 y/ Y3 iEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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These activities will enable youth to:
8 f9 n) u3 K) V( E5 d$ C0 ?  I Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …

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Program Schedule:
9 g3 b  j9 F) DRegular 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
$ B6 j3 Y  k4 Z; b- c                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

* S: V  Z( Q  KWho 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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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.


8 ]  y" e) G2 ?4 V' u$ mVolunteer’s Duties:
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8 @3 N+ k8 x2 f' N* Y. A 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
 Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
9 ]$ c. j7 z# E& z8 ~ Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
: B' S8 l1 k0 j; e Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

) f% c) h# J  u% gVolunteer Commitment:
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 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

( B- \% M. c$ x9 g$ v% Z) |% QAttitude/Skills Requirements:

; y* ~# ~, z( ^; r0 ~ 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. }* f) _/ w& J- N A team player
5 {( L2 J, y$ c! }5 } Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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2 p9 m; [# G" b1 {Benefits to Volunteer:
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5 }/ E' N3 A3 m; K6 @ Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
- h. d, H2 ]1 B) B Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
& G' J) ^( B) R( B/ ?5 f Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
/ {- x* m% T3 T' j" m0 s/ A Opportunity for team work
* C: U" |# H! U) e) p4 k0 U3 Z Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
3 o$ Z( o. N( Z Make a difference in someone’s life

# w$ y/ ?) }! f# LIf 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