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
" Q) F2 M, _! A! tAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
5 \) u& U8 @; B7 Y. k9 J' Kopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
0 E6 k# Z3 V5 b0 @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 S8 C( w$ E& L! L' s/ ~These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
) o. r& Q6 K) [" X  \ Learn how to access community services and programs
( m3 y: ?; r2 n8 O Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
6 A$ I/ ^! {* Z/ I7 b& V: U. K' c Identify personal leadership strengths …

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' w' w& R- ^  tProgram Schedule:
1 Z) o, c' ?: V6 `2 r' ~/ cRegular 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
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Who can participate?
) l, R( ]  l4 N8 D3 ^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.


Volunteer’s Duties:

8 K* l7 L& m! ~2 S4 z/ k Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
2 q% X% G) |- z; A/ k Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
# e& j% I- }' R4 x Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
2 ~/ a. |3 |* h; ^# k; M Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
0 O4 w2 s, G# ]* r9 U/ V5 [4 J9 F Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:
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. R' O) D) u  o7 N- t9 l5 V$ F. p2 z5 ?# o 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

Attitude/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
8 L1 m6 M- G2 Q: @/ _2 o; X% Z A team player
2 D; |7 [' b: A. C  U+ ?+ X 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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, D, P5 a8 v; G% @& |. I8 FBenefits to Volunteer:
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: ~- M% c+ H' ^9 w2 m  U+ C" T& T! }/ q Gain work experience
) G. T2 P& d$ ~3 O Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
8 L+ }; e4 V  t: K Make good friends
6 D1 H2 X2 ]" H1 ^5 u: _ Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
7 |! u  w( C% P3 L4 Z" G- U: K Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
# `; P; m& F7 B# K9 o2 ^ Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life
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  J& |1 U& f. }2 D! R& X" x* R4 u  E: ]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