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
9 k" K9 h0 K3 MAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
7 y- L# Y. p- t* Sinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.


3 x' |3 O1 N5 X- {5 iWhat will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

These activities will enable youth to:
* C( x+ U# I2 ?8 b( y# V Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
9 V4 |3 z1 ]) g6 O  ^$ S# z  M Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …


% v% H; i! C2 S( Y0 L: VProgram 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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Who can participate?
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?
0 C$ F$ i) E4 ?3 w3 OIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.


* |5 B. m1 f5 R+ \! p1 Y; e- J6 K; CVolunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
- W1 C" [  d; Q2 w3 [4 f 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
' `3 X! @: l: s  U Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
+ @3 F" G. u& y Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
0 `5 l! ]  p$ O- f$ G3 r( p Assist in program planning
- Q3 \: w4 E) B6 J7 c. o) c; ? Be a role model

/ Z0 ^9 }$ F6 |2 {Volunteer Commitment:

* K# |; k2 n4 `. o 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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 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
8 Z" Z0 r3 u' m6 P- u1 X A team player
" q8 C$ ^1 P! ^' I1 F3 i Able to work independently with minimum supervision
0 X; M: }3 h- s$ V4 D; C8 ] Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

Benefits to Volunteer:
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. W2 Q# C& C: l Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
) y1 Z" G  Q) P 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 M, T3 m9 e2 N( |, D; P Opportunity for team work
0 m2 K( N7 r9 _& x% f Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
+ ^, Z$ m8 {* B" F  [: R Make a difference in someone’s life
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0 i; V. \  d/ I* LIf 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