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
( [/ B0 t+ j2 {: jopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
% Q. p! k2 ~) w7 V2 F! Q- r8 e5 winterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
) e8 N' @% h" ^* eand  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.


) ~9 `  d+ C6 E4 }What will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

9 }6 W8 L+ n( C7 F$ x* i) t  n) FThese activities will enable youth to:
/ |" o* K+ h. d. U, ? Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
  ^4 `5 B; {# @ Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …


Program Schedule:
$ _( }4 ~8 h( J; e& V. |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
                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

Who can participate?
8 Z; Y0 ~+ V$ M# |1 jAsian 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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Volunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
 Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
& Y: F% R" q/ s' ? Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
$ z; T: P  E- D  j) v6 p0 m+ A$ | Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
( |2 z) b. ]) h# c& T( k5 s) z: i Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
% F# e0 e' q% o* Q8 q8 A. ~# b4 h Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
- k3 m/ c9 S3 X3 v6 T Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:

3 A, _) H/ W- B8 a) e# @; M2 A 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

/ T/ |7 {2 n6 i8 R8 ?. m) }Attitude/Skills Requirements:

: t  I% K* o0 ]2 e Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
* N) h" B5 ]& G: H Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
 A team player
! z3 A: R7 ]5 r) }' \! W4 g Able to work independently with minimum supervision
' h" G1 K7 q6 q  V0 g) g4 I. N Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
! C' a( U' l; f Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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' w+ F, h$ Q5 |. \$ T9 hBenefits to Volunteer:
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 Gain work experience
! N$ |! v/ N% L5 T5 V 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
 Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
. l0 p% u& t- H Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 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