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
6 N& B) B: P& P6 Q! lAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
7 H* t) B, F! z& \1 F; zopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
9 X, E$ e5 }# U0 m7 tand  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?
' T# c" z1 |* M0 tEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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+ k, v/ \& \( x' TThese activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
4 y& V. p& r; J9 r$ Y) R Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
" l& a( X; O0 O" v! Q  {: c Identify personal leadership strengths …
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( E/ s: w: H) `9 T  V$ w3 BProgram Schedule:
1 C7 j$ `9 S) c0 x( jRegular 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
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Who can participate?
" X7 X8 M5 M+ R: v$ t; _2 eAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.
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, k; G: q( X/ 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.

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Volunteer’s Duties:

, Q: q; ]# l; ~2 P+ ^* R+ A Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
% Q, s: d. {. z: d5 u3 C Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
( s1 Z3 ~; n, q& B* Q% c3 O Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
, W& A  {% |2 R! K- n) b- ~ Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
2 S2 m2 O2 Y% X0 ? Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

7 r# A+ B/ b2 TVolunteer Commitment:

; c8 L7 D$ M2 ?' g6 T2 p8 c& L 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
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 A team player
5 T* K2 W! K$ s3 Z4 f- s Able to work independently with minimum supervision
* H, K0 J2 t/ x; s! G2 t# y 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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5 X1 O  v8 p* p2 x Gain work experience
% Q; d0 w4 r4 h Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
9 ?4 }8 S$ g7 A5 E" N 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
! J; [9 {% ]) m8 ]; ^ Opportunity for team work
# i: T$ r- g  n& ]$ ^2 G3 ~ Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
5 I/ q" w5 T% y2 t Make a difference in someone’s life

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