青少年义工机会

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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
: P, ]' x1 c" W7 jopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
4 g1 t) n: o/ @$ a" F+ land  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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: T! T$ g  f& v! LThese activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
  w3 ]' L9 y1 R) ]6 {, C Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
6 c1 M; |; f* G7 }+ s( K0 q Identify personal leadership strengths …


. [$ f1 w: J% g, N) RProgram 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

Who can participate?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

9 `5 F' S. C6 y. c2 ^5 a2 JWhat 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:

 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
8 [& y- N: ~( m$ s Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
+ c# m8 ]# ?" h7 X- r Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
/ \2 h4 z5 d2 P  R! L" {) ] Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
; {( B0 ~. t" n+ R' |. x Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 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)
 One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer
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7 v. w2 z5 I6 W, `4 C# d# UAttitude/Skills Requirements:

4 ^1 `5 Q/ L. S Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
/ f  i% X$ F' O+ E  W9 d: R 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
: @3 ?% r! z' o Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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7 S4 Z/ m  w2 ?7 x. u$ t4 v' L" ZBenefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
! k  s: J% Z. U/ b 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
) m! E; p+ ?" }! B5 h, A% Z Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
( W% ?$ o, T1 S  \4 J Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

7 F2 e; S9 x( w+ s5 v4 I1 EIf 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