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
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opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
- E; i( ~7 z/ f2 w2 ainterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  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.

4 k7 \' b5 L) B7 H: e- B: _( UThese activities will enable youth to:
& s4 U: v  |  }' U* g Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
: R8 C# u" K# q) U Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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( C+ W$ C  q" ~) WProgram Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
9 B7 R) w2 i' ]6 T8 iSummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
  U  q; x' X) g/ ^/ ]/ ~                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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2 c- E* U: @; f; N1 z- p. \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:

 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
+ L" \6 w  o  ]  L. `4 b Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
7 @9 {  Y4 S7 q Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
2 J2 E- [* i7 W6 k3 T0 ] Assist in program planning
2 o. f% \. E8 {$ g$ u/ d Be a role model

1 z$ s3 e/ M3 e9 O; dVolunteer Commitment:
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 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
% n/ a  K% r2 @7 f  n One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer

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
8 |" N: ?- p3 U4 O Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
9 W- e) j( D7 o! f Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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. O3 Z  P" ^" Z# vBenefits to Volunteer:

! M. X+ J' |% o* J: k! Q2 Z+ _ Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 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
1 i& b5 h) c$ Z& M Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life
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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