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
5 F/ e: Y4 @; t- ]2 ?7 jAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
: \5 h. y- p4 dinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
  `& I& C& D  ~" Z9 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
4 M% U. J& j2 W: L: _# t* y: n4 s Learn how to access community services and programs
- Y0 g6 Y2 B- r6 K5 Y0 S" a) o Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
1 a& K" P$ U% _* J/ M9 h0 s: m" K6 j Identify personal leadership strengths …


Program Schedule:
, m  q+ k4 Z* w# e- f6 F' `Regular 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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( \5 t. e$ @3 {4 H& `# aWho can participate?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

. T8 [+ I. |4 O8 b; \1 kWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
1 o) y% }; A1 _It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.

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* J3 k# e. L1 T+ d0 kVolunteer’s Duties:
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 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
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
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 Be a role model

9 r; P% t7 B% T  eVolunteer Commitment:

6 S9 @; [8 q$ |4 N1 l On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
2 B# H5 X  y" `& X 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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 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
2 w5 N. l& s9 I1 e6 o( W) o3 V Able to work independently with minimum supervision
  a1 R# M6 s: t9 k6 D Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
2 v9 J" K- F# z, z. e Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

Benefits to Volunteer:

5 B3 W4 K! {- E, ^! R Gain work experience
6 ], e* N  ]$ F0 C9 e: h2 m Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
& L" }* x9 ~/ H 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
 Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life
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+ K" F1 T5 d( t8 ?3 vIf 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