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
/ {$ r4 y* d) a# |  _7 _  m2 b; B# aAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
! O: P4 [* _; ~' M% r2 J% Q- jopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  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?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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2 m: q9 b* U7 _! g; y$ gThese activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
# m1 C, J  _/ u Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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: t9 I: c1 l$ {* l4 p2 eProgram Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
! ]9 V8 {  U# J* l) A; ]Summer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
3 A: c6 K$ L8 y7 b                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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Who can participate?
. i; G- h4 H: @$ G/ eAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
- A' K' c, x9 E) Y% VIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.


. ]/ ]# J' l& V% Y$ iVolunteer’s Duties:

2 Q1 h- M9 _2 r! S' W2 o% `* d 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
 Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
+ r  _1 u% P1 h2 u. o* k( Q Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
( t, t' l2 K! J8 |+ G- P Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
7 x+ q: y. G/ b2 a; M Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

4 c8 i9 ]! p, u# RVolunteer 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

( X6 l7 p: T' G, J4 ZAttitude/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
4 ~8 l  `5 A3 T! w- V: C5 J8 s 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
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Benefits to Volunteer:
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9 S/ w5 @- ~4 Z( P, N Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
, o# h& o0 @5 O( R Make good friends
' k" p7 V7 N9 G# |/ ~1 I. g& } 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
$ {( `8 S1 @9 Z* o; [7 _0 u1 L Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
9 t. b+ @) J, }7 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