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
" [; Y$ v" J7 ~  K: iAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
+ P3 D! k$ y. f: M" B, iopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
8 G! P0 ^) E, s. s1 Nand  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?
* Q9 U+ M% T: ]6 {$ BEach 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
% g5 z. {3 a$ O# |. c Identify personal leadership strengths …

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8 m1 a: ~+ `& x* ?) \Program 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
* W$ I5 o. a* r2 T' t6 \' `                              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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' h' g6 A* f$ nWhat 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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4 c/ q) l1 P: n% O5 {Volunteer’s Duties:
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1 E& d  _0 ]! e; r2 f Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
0 R3 X# Z) j/ W/ C( V1 t( R Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
! ^  o& F$ {. \" T$ H Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
( u) ^7 o+ I/ _! W Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
, u: Z4 I% R9 o! B: K Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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+ t+ O  v5 ^- O5 s3 [; V! l! yVolunteer Commitment:

 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
( g# o2 W7 K) g# j4 ^& W! H+ a One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer
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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
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
; G7 ^; {0 U: ^8 n- B+ { Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

: c1 C! s; M. J+ K- xBenefits to Volunteer:
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% `1 `; {! x0 T$ p 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
& N1 t  V( q3 |( `1 b# s/ ? Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
* V+ G/ |2 Q( {: U2 |" d- M Opportunity for team work
0 {# D+ X2 k3 Z' I% W: t Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
# w4 u2 y# s/ F" G) j& X Make a difference in someone’s life

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