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
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opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
1 m0 i7 E7 y2 b* c$ r# H8 B, s# f8 Kand  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.
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* Q- y; x. j( a- ]+ X8 XWhat will take place in the sessions?
% U& E1 I- F7 m6 R; ]' o) V: w7 |5 bEach 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
1 G0 p% m% D8 m& T1 ]+ ? Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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8 x, z4 n! X) `1 K1 @Program Schedule:
) n, |5 }: v) y% t! PRegular 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
8 U4 S7 K2 o; y0 x; P$ U- l                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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Who can participate?
1 |) u; r( t6 a  r: i5 CAsian 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?
7 \& K( C4 `" u1 eIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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Volunteer’s Duties:

! C/ G& F0 F& M7 E 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
9 ~' [! b1 }' P Assist in program planning
8 z) O+ f$ |# W6 e& T% { Be a role model
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, O5 _7 B& `/ }, C$ |- V- EVolunteer Commitment:

 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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 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
% a# K5 B0 T6 x$ ^7 [1 d Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
1 V1 ^# D" I4 P9 Y% ?8 z! X& d Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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Benefits to Volunteer:
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0 k9 [9 d0 t! V/ [( o$ H* r Gain work experience
  @2 S- F0 S9 @3 z Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
9 ^2 A6 c3 C, P; Q4 L% Y1 o+ { 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
2 ~& {4 m3 c' m* c/ Y Opportunity for team work
5 l  [0 }& \; @- e Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life
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3 ]9 @+ J3 P$ N0 L% w: a4 ^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