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
Asian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
: {7 l9 k6 b* m6 G, d/ D  ~opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
* l, D( U% b: w' T9 ]; C( z- k  finterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
* \: h* e) o& sand  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.
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3 G9 m. U: x# B/ T: Y' i8 PWhat will take place in the sessions?
' X0 [& p" s  u" a) C, X- DEach 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
& ^6 S0 w; {6 F! F Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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Program Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
6 x" X7 [8 n+ g9 |7 GSummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
) L* V6 d" A& _! F; t                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

Who can participate?
; l( k* q6 X/ X3 a+ YAsian 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:

7 p* ^' T# t4 H7 P: s: ~% `: h7 d4 Y 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
 Assist in program planning
5 C5 i2 n  E  D5 X Be a role model

* n- H8 q+ i5 P2 S' p0 r5 ]' o/ d) RVolunteer 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

Attitude/Skills Requirements:
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( z; e1 x( V3 S5 v- Z+ ?# v- C 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
3 A1 M+ k! ?# X* M; U7 ]' \5 H Able to work independently with minimum supervision
0 P/ M2 V% n* _' v+ d Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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8 V  M3 f  \3 F; \Benefits to Volunteer:

& H4 w) n/ J  H: k* g Gain work experience
4 Q' O5 S+ B2 S* X; [$ \) G& M 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
1 S& r0 t$ f9 ?/ U4 X- s 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
0 w6 S; w2 }' m' G. Y" x2 W Make a difference in someone’s life
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! l! }  @' O6 o! XIf 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