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
* C6 g' ?% _  J: e! X. R. k3 A$ kAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
6 y7 ]; J$ ^' m5 o+ N, p* ]! Yopportunities, 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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7 n- z$ {. d0 j- j% t/ hWhat 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
) J% u9 _2 y0 `6 u* l  Q Learn how to access community services and programs
  G& ]" _+ ?! _! E" V, c" V# \ Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
( o' O" X1 o5 ]- K' s. P$ v 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.
0 e0 x' _( g/ T3 R) c4 c" ASummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
, Z. I! s# J; D                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

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Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.
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+ E$ R3 ]) n' g0 i, WWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
) ?5 d3 I" e6 W" oIt 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
 Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
, K3 `2 F7 \: t/ s Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
9 t" R( F5 U3 M5 S, ]0 | Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
5 K! e+ W4 G8 ?! i2 ? Assist in program planning
1 S5 _0 I. C! V, m: [/ X 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)
. N+ n+ w$ Y# n' n9 H' G 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:

0 r9 c" Q1 ], m7 e+ {( Y: \ 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
4 L' @% X% @3 ?$ n/ @: c' E A team player
5 H9 F4 R& L: L  n! ^4 [7 W 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:

" B. L0 O% U8 s: @( I Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
+ F4 E0 h: s: W$ c4 m# V Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
# m; b# E% C" e  H Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
' K1 E0 V. u7 ~6 L3 K& e& r Make a difference in someone’s life
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" y) v" t# [7 W; K2 @# wIf 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