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
: S7 [9 Z0 T* J% B5 [  aAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
& Z' l8 z. R/ r9 X8 f) ~2 |opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
) t" @2 U9 j9 S3 e2 `6 [9 C' Winterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.

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1 w7 ~, W+ T1 l. I: uWhat 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:
! E% N( u2 W/ w+ a Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …

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Program Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
/ N/ {# F7 I) M5 FSummer 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?
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.
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* A3 O6 c2 ^6 G6 m7 C: O. z$ O% k; YVolunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
+ x* o  z5 @/ p* j: w Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
1 j, K( s4 |( H; J# e, ^ 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
4 P- {" ^+ Q$ B" {5 K" T Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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1 R1 u2 j& i3 k! F) J; R, y7 bVolunteer 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
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5 S& Y4 k! n5 {; h2 H9 kAttitude/Skills Requirements:
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" Y% M6 K4 p* U/ |2 t& {9 M' g) B Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
- Y' d/ ?( E& x& x; y Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
% o+ ?9 x- U# H$ f+ E, c+ c A team player
 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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; U: T; h. U" W6 [, B  v* e8 x Gain work experience
 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
 Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
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: u% }5 H0 G' x Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
+ [* }+ c- Z/ H: ~- a+ i1 Q- ?9 n Make a difference in someone’s life

  w: @+ H  o+ ~7 Z: L* k. j  V  q2 `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