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
2 k0 g3 @) F6 Q+ c& z$ G) Z$ EAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
/ p6 {& V+ B- Q# G; \opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
. u; Z$ b9 E- f5 M' t% X, {and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.


0 D' K* }. y3 P1 NWhat 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:
3 J5 a. B  K% ^+ T, a4 H& F9 U 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 …

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" |3 t# u/ \3 H( l" ]0 cProgram Schedule:
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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! B# ~: j3 {1 j4 ~Who can participate?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

! ]4 d0 E% c5 }, oWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
; V0 Q; ~, b3 O  EIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.


- I- {3 `' D( J: uVolunteer’s Duties:

 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
; f1 k1 U; y8 Z; F  J* } 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 m+ l( M" a0 Y Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:
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+ `+ J' Q* K/ ]) Z 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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& l' y) ^5 c6 O) _9 j; n  TAttitude/Skills Requirements:

. n# f7 A6 p# A( h$ `! m. y' c7 y Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
# d% a4 G# i; h+ ] Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
 A team player
  v( A/ c. b2 Y0 T* R" p 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

Benefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
" L& E; ?( H$ h6 F: O5 p( W Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
3 k+ `: E; i7 e; F# z. v 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
3 n8 M5 m' O# \# y Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
4 ]9 |4 d& R$ F) z' @' h7 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