青少年义工机会

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T.A.N.G. Youth Program is an educational and activity-based program aiming to equip
( L9 M6 u, ]0 mAsian 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,
7 r0 a, p% N7 pand  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?
Each 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
 Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …


Program Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
% C0 M' g% e& u* |8 Q' D$ E1 ^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

1 I# e! i( d* p$ j* E( D3 L7 H$ g1 DWho 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.
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Volunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
/ m3 ^& s  p& d1 ~& c- ?& h 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
4 V! M1 [- c1 B1 {7 S. O& w Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
' w  g( Z& v. ]+ _& K/ I Assist in program planning
0 r3 Q, B* f( w3 C- ^6 N Be a role model

8 |4 \# Y5 k7 sVolunteer 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
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Attitude/Skills Requirements:

7 `$ ]( e1 N% k4 b7 h% R4 @  ~ Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
- y2 V0 [9 `9 }. U) ^# B# W Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
 A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
- w* a) l; r# S2 d; G Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

Benefits to Volunteer:
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 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
+ Z6 v( j7 @* r" s1 j% Q 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
# g) W8 Z3 x& t) i3 x+ i! U  g Opportunity for team work
' j+ M: a  T3 Q+ n2 Y# H0 L/ V Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
" W; w1 k6 s+ @# |$ g 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