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
Asian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
2 f. Y  L! O+ S5 Q( zopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
! M$ F4 \+ i# l; m$ C" [! @  Einterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
, s% }* ?/ B* t9 f: k" D$ jand  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?
/ J$ e7 ~- }- b4 E8 b2 m- N4 cEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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These activities will enable youth to:
: D% }: y, W6 @% v Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
( `& j3 ]3 w' V# t5 k" O) V  d: m Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
" C/ T8 p5 h# ~0 e! ^ Identify personal leadership strengths …
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9 d" ^3 ^/ @, aProgram Schedule:
$ \4 C& @5 V% L& oRegular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
! p* Z) F* |' O4 uSummer 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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" Y2 K: o! z) S' qWho 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?
+ M  X( s! X; S* NIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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Volunteer’s Duties:
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  a% i( a" S0 h Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
% Y. h) H; {( Q+ G# w Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
' w& H; p, Q5 a1 G Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
# ?6 j! D) f* ~% ?( ? Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
; R5 `; d5 ?! t1 h5 z" k Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
4 K( u# R2 E2 E8 u  L( M1 h4 r; @ Assist in program planning
+ M+ V" o8 G/ Y) q3 E Be a role model

" [) ^& p: b. @. `, a5 l# ~9 xVolunteer Commitment:
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 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

$ B/ f$ L. F$ jAttitude/Skills Requirements:

 Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
# }, e/ a0 A% v8 [) O( D6 g Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
 A team player
( \9 \  O# u! C( o 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

" T" ?, n3 c6 O0 PBenefits to Volunteer:
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. P; s: F" W7 W0 G" }7 z! c Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
9 {6 |- e6 m7 h* @ Make good friends
* Q* `* T" p( `9 r3 Q Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
) }9 S# I; {  P& R 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
, m7 W* T' d  a9 W( _& J 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