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
0 o* X; L" g! c# n% BAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
3 ?7 b( c: }) f' Q! J3 j; Oopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
. C2 ]% h* t3 D1 o5 Mand  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.


0 y, o6 d( E. F4 sWhat will take place in the sessions?
$ @3 D# E- k, d- eEach 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
0 r0 R5 U8 x. s$ S3 C Learn how to access community services and programs
8 E0 L/ m) J3 t) u4 R; G; C Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
" S8 J" t3 E3 L5 c% u Identify personal leadership strengths …

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Program Schedule:
, ^/ b( w, D) ?+ M) aRegular 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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, ?, j& R6 p( o9 hWho can participate?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

/ S  ^2 C5 V; `" P. E& eWhat 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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! W5 j* W$ X* @1 o) ?3 v9 S. g9 [* VVolunteer’s Duties:
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0 l% S( Q+ [6 p% Q3 X2 T. r Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
8 c8 v  b& b& P3 x% g Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
2 Z. f$ n8 @0 N( M Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
. ]6 V! t8 q# H! e5 L: \ Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
$ s- X0 k/ `+ {" u- p Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
6 z; r. F" Y. _2 ~1 o Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

Volunteer Commitment:
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 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
3 P3 \" f8 {" f/ P! }3 q( G One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer
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' g' e% c% c7 T4 X8 B  Y8 TAttitude/Skills Requirements:
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( X' j+ H& l' n 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
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
' ~/ j. d" ~* i; [; o2 z$ G Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

Benefits to Volunteer:
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 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
/ Y1 r8 T- {- |2 o1 t Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
7 \8 x# q7 m6 _" O$ @9 l 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
1 i" ]; d, _- @8 r Make a difference in someone’s life

- D* T1 Y! d- O, C  C6 ^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