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
- G, m0 A: L% q3 u6 Yopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
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9 }) u$ t! V; N0 L; wWhat will take place in the sessions?
' q" p/ ^' P0 C- \; BEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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These activities will enable youth to:
& U7 n1 p) ~! l  H& @% [ Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
# \+ Q6 N* G4 V. y( n 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.
3 R0 Q3 _( G  Q3 n7 C5 JSummer 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

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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3 G1 m; M  v  M% ^( i( D4 k& d9 FWhat 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
: _0 O" J6 o& G6 T3 [ Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
+ V# A# D. b2 n) R# j% E0 N/ v, B Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
# v1 e1 ], Q% n3 S+ r; o1 K" F4 q Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
. u& a* L7 ~) `" F2 p Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

Volunteer 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

$ @- O6 \$ e7 B$ x2 D# K4 C" NAttitude/Skills Requirements:

- x/ ^; w! }$ w 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
9 p/ @1 @; z% J) ^ A team player
/ V0 |0 @9 ?% H 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
, R! \) K$ L( c1 |* j8 V4 Z8 x Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
0 W5 z9 t- o8 u& h Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
. b# J, ?% ]2 v+ _! g* `  O Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
& D5 B) X8 p* M( o 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