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
/ [2 {, b$ A3 }7 A! j5 g9 S1 [Asian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
7 H  V' M* c7 f9 |opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
7 Z5 x/ S6 A2 r* q& m0 qand  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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, i: q3 ?) I2 b* J" NThese activities will enable youth to:
$ s( }# z0 J. o. r, h3 z7 f& o6 s Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
- l5 p8 j! u7 b3 e Learn how to access community services and programs
! s& ^# E9 \2 z' Z- G* l Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
+ {# Z" o+ x# e' p Identify personal leadership strengths …
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9 g+ l  R2 g& J; Y7 I# U2 D' QProgram Schedule:
Regular 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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( y# p; t# T) @  t% L6 KWho 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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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
0 [' W3 i7 p' ?0 { Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
" r) j3 v0 q' X$ p$ _# `. V. Z3 T Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
# ~; n9 [4 M# h) {: \% w Be a role model

Volunteer Commitment:

 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

$ @: j" p) f- V; y5 p- z' f; EAttitude/Skills Requirements:

% n2 X% a) f" e5 A: G 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
+ r7 M' z+ W% D* Z: q- x/ U A team player
# }8 @3 ^" A: S( }9 t: x$ P0 B Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
5 P3 a( V6 X' h; a- A7 n Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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% A8 o9 Y% P5 ?: Z- r9 GBenefits to Volunteer:
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; \! U7 e/ E" d) M4 d0 X Gain work experience
1 X+ s9 M4 s  N' U( V: p- b( W1 ? Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
" o& Z9 w( u) k3 [6 q' k6 ? 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
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
0 |9 d5 r3 g) |- \' x Make a difference in someone’s life
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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