青少年义工机会

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T.A.N.G. Youth Program is an educational and activity-based program aiming to equip
$ w3 ]. a9 p' z9 rAsian 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,
3 y% y, i0 o7 g% y4 B$ y- E8 Wand  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.

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, T7 u- E/ n! EWhat will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
# u# d! O: T0 Q3 u+ v9 e( P+ D Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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8 v8 w1 E+ b% d. |* k: x& XProgram 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
: G) e+ Z" x* L7 V4 |$ s                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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9 m4 k: }9 v/ r9 iWho 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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: \3 y6 v' p9 R! u0 W1 X! {# yWhat 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
( q$ M. y4 l5 z7 F7 c Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
2 S3 h- D( V/ `: X2 D. o Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
% C! x. w# p3 ~" j! \: Z2 g' n Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
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 Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:
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 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
* k) w) ?- s; @1 ~5 B- M+ { 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:

 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 o& u  L$ Z% D8 K Able to work independently with minimum supervision
" \2 x6 G) d6 b! f1 ]' k 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:

2 y4 V$ e4 K7 c' v. f7 w Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
  @/ v- x  t0 r& K/ P' f- f Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
. @% m/ n5 H4 G7 G  k Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
6 Z* C3 o) g1 I' n Opportunity for team work
6 W0 {8 x) K0 K1 g1 T! L! A3 K Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life
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3 B; R$ B+ Y  D9 g  c3 n; K3 W$ P% hIf 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