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
- a% R- z) j# v: @Asian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
2 R5 o4 ^, y' I; D; X. ?# C% p0 Z3 hinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
/ s3 y0 J9 }2 Q! S; o( [and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.
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What will take place in the sessions?
  s' F" |; P# DEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
2 A& Z* c% k# }( k- k9 b/ {& b Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
& ~, n& B8 R8 S& ? Identify personal leadership strengths …


+ W/ C5 b5 X2 X% eProgram Schedule:
9 z% K& U; q( H) `& P0 XRegular 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
                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

Who can participate?
# g# f; p! C# @3 \7 ~+ JAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

; I6 F$ ~. H% u0 v  s9 C+ zWhat 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.


$ L$ `$ ~( r- j% b2 YVolunteer’s Duties:

 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
/ q6 _) f. c' @; _* \ 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
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
8 v6 v* o( f, | Assist in program planning
, n) g. X$ a+ c; ~9 k2 Y. i Be a role model

4 }5 E8 r& g/ D4 c8 N* t" l0 XVolunteer Commitment:
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4 I2 L4 G  p* e) `' d 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
 Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
 A team player
9 Y9 @/ E; T. z6 A1 s  p Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
' V) q# j0 q! ^3 ]1 g Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

4 f+ G/ ?+ [# yBenefits to Volunteer:
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 Gain work experience
- D; d  s3 \+ O- M8 a+ N. y; Z2 p 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
$ X4 f- i8 f0 Q1 y- L Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
  ~$ C- x5 L: X1 D! H1 R$ X) r! q Make a difference in someone’s life
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8 Q0 L; i, A) f. dIf 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