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
. ?) R! y- A1 r2 l  g  Fopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
6 ^: R! W# f" _  t8 l& z0 g- \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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) x+ P, ]" s1 QWhat will take place in the sessions?
" T! @; P/ D1 A( Z. i) DEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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These activities will enable youth to:
" {! m" e' G& v Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
: \4 ]* ^1 s6 G0 `9 ^ Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
. U4 A; I4 {( j. _$ i2 p6 {. X Identify personal leadership strengths …
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Program Schedule:
4 A; f# B+ Q' B) K) hRegular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
/ Z6 j! O! R6 G/ K" ASummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
& Y1 i! |: Q9 Q: a% K) E                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

Who can participate?
3 T* U2 p4 b) ~/ T! o' H" @1 b! TAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

( o1 z' z8 V+ H+ y8 E/ e7 d: qWhat 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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" s* I- f; U0 A3 kVolunteer’s Duties:

 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
/ T/ I% ~3 v7 t2 a9 Z1 |* l Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
* @8 I4 X& D% M' O7 Q/ b1 B Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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$ _/ `! H- ?# ^2 b( ]) CVolunteer Commitment:
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+ Q6 a. b6 r/ o) k. _ 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:
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6 M  C/ P7 X, ~) [ Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
  h7 [  U2 f9 }# x) u6 K Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
 A team player
9 O  D1 E( ?+ x8 s9 @ 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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Benefits to Volunteer:
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- Z# W5 C! j/ ~ Gain work experience
8 {1 u4 X0 J- G, ]7 X9 _& H 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
/ f) H& p. R) ]' ^3 L Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
4 }4 a. P8 u, z3 c Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
3 B8 r' q3 u" f 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