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
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opportunities, 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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) y( L4 c9 t9 k9 ?$ ^5 o2 c3 IThese activities will enable youth to:
7 ]$ x: _# H: ^& v, W7 P/ v) r Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
% [7 ?' J  O+ [( a" M5 a8 A Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …


Program Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
  t& `& k6 c- G2 |# z( v5 `* Y" MSummer 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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& N) n7 z; H: @1 u2 ?( S2 WWho 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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! x3 y8 ~1 v/ `: S& }What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
( E) j& @: f1 uIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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* i( D& ], k: E( C+ J" kVolunteer’s Duties:

 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
5 H, N) b0 Z5 b6 n Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
: u& r: t3 @- v& @& S Assist in program planning
+ |0 a2 ]; |4 E Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:

# J2 t7 b$ C( N% d( K2 G. T 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
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9 i1 `2 Q" g# L% [6 U9 M9 R0 X, c6 U2 zAttitude/Skills Requirements:
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 Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
- r! _: n6 E# ]2 j! w. [ Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
 A team player
( C( i2 P) Z; _; e/ G 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

Benefits to Volunteer:
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& M& ?/ h" r" {  U; B+ c8 a Gain work experience
; T) u% M& a2 Z% h 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
* k9 k5 q) Y  y! J+ L Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
  b. `+ V9 ~' S: s7 m8 f Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 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