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
0 ?# N, u+ G5 x$ w5 vopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
3 Y7 l8 f+ E2 Z7 z* O) M5 {interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.


& O9 _0 ~$ J% B8 N' ^  G; R' AWhat will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

These activities will enable youth to:
9 I+ w7 h) ^2 s) e0 N9 ^ Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
; a0 H1 _. o7 p9 s) g: e/ B9 P' g Learn how to access community services and programs
8 d! Y5 ~) r+ O  V" _) t+ U Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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# T( m  N0 G  f! J( WProgram Schedule:
, C3 e+ c# V2 k- k8 A8 z: C+ lRegular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
( V4 I* G, \& VSummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
! z& U& f8 }9 @& h                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

Who can participate?
/ r; r5 z: l( O: J8 r5 iAsian 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; Q  V2 Z# E3 ~It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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, O& j$ r% K3 j' h; `! uVolunteer’s Duties:

 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
: B- ~* X: Q& c: \6 f 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
) [) p  L8 C) V8 q4 I0 ^. p# F1 C Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
% ~: M8 Y1 f& R 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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  @3 r7 S8 F. X! \1 }9 J4 n On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
* n8 t) C* B4 R5 q/ i One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer
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# V( s8 ^8 c5 t5 `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
 A team player
/ K4 G  d3 @, u 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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 Gain work experience
! R! z6 l' Y# @ Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
3 M- P- a. E  _9 i Make good friends
5 D1 E- y% ~8 V9 f& x4 Y 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
: D+ _0 e1 h2 q( l Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

: x( k# h, J5 GIf 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