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
, ~4 ], p, H: Y) j( X9 E1 pAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
6 Z+ U3 F) s8 B2 Topportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
' M) r5 x6 W* rinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.

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2 P$ r: {1 a, YWhat 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:
 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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Program Schedule:
7 ^7 u6 p5 T$ }0 q# i% HRegular 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
5 ^. o/ Z: ~& E                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

! M7 O& n1 @8 i2 UWho can participate?
/ _- C* v! ~( s: ~6 p6 }Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
& [5 e# |; J, D% N! |- xIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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Volunteer’s Duties:

, C! f6 k' ], c5 ?1 h9 F. {% U Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
$ |1 z7 }2 N# w6 u( b1 W! n 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
1 X: o; k. W" G6 u, s Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
- H+ a4 B. {6 {$ h  X1 ~. z+ Q! y0 [ Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
1 l' `" S% ~9 D+ ?9 l. Z' k6 ]! z2 I0 R Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
5 z: x8 Q% a3 w5 {: A0 _( {8 f+ y Be a role model

" I& u% V' K9 O5 X1 j0 J. JVolunteer Commitment:

" ^5 J5 S+ R2 m/ z/ J! I 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
* M1 I+ a" t; C: f4 X6 |9 G" [ Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
2 D7 w$ f- S* ?/ Z A team player
 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
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Benefits to Volunteer:
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: O% _6 R0 b$ F  u/ B  s0 _6 E3 ~ Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
0 o: E9 [! t6 q& `) s Make good friends
5 o+ r0 b) _5 o. H; u1 ^0 Q Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
1 x& M! q& x5 v- o& \8 H7 L: z1 G Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
( R  J+ i, Z& |7 V0 q3 P: B Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

- h: [+ J2 D0 C3 f$ ?6 s. o' e9 \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