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
/ i- y+ {5 h* k9 ?% ZAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
' N) y1 r/ d, l* H$ u' _and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.

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8 v6 f) w* m* aWhat will take place in the sessions?
4 w% F& `! z! c: O2 q* @; NEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

These activities will enable youth to:
  W% r4 C; P2 G6 |* s2 ~; i8 D% `8 A Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
" t, |# s1 V9 K Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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Program Schedule:
; y' |4 `+ a7 {# J. XRegular 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

( a2 R2 b+ t: A2 S5 Q4 `* HWho 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?
It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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) Y8 i( y% }2 @$ F8 z  G8 lVolunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
& I, a9 n8 i+ @( j' A' v, s Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
9 ?8 a# t: F8 b3 |) y5 D! C: S) D Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
1 r4 _  V& L0 J2 `, ~& z# b* s( K Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
% l* I- y# u( h, l Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
. ~4 m8 @  A3 T; \' |; a Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:
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+ {) y" E( E- R8 O8 } 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

/ O. h9 O2 X9 Y2 [/ N/ s2 t: YAttitude/Skills Requirements:

1 c/ |- ]9 Z* h0 V: w1 `; I 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
/ _. |& J& X1 p' Q$ O9 R( g A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
1 s) w4 T, S; j Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

Benefits to Volunteer:

: n3 W9 d, W" f6 o' U Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
5 O( ]- T1 s1 x" q, f 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
 Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
( X  K3 N* U2 l; z: n+ ~' Z 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