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
" q9 G3 r) `8 F! g, eAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
4 G- F9 I* ^9 g2 V" k4 a4 pinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.

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4 v; Z0 C1 M8 j+ ?' k/ UWhat will take place in the sessions?
+ F" k* s6 z1 y' p7 \% X; M- OEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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& Y/ @. ]) d# s' t) |These activities will enable youth to:
 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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* ]3 X9 B: U- a( GProgram 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.
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7 ~% K0 g+ N1 \9 rWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
9 q6 T- Y- \6 R) q% u. ZIt 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
; ^  E$ e9 Q9 M# k 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
2 q- ?: t& L$ x Assist in program planning
: G) l9 V2 m2 R2 z* V- A 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)
, {& @* T2 {0 I+ u One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer

9 K" n/ @% ~$ V: y, N7 w9 GAttitude/Skills Requirements:

* N* E, K4 W* o) ?: M* I8 ]2 T1 d* T Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
* ~1 i& v& u6 `  F2 A$ t' ^ Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
" t, `( c: r9 Z% T A team player
; x9 A; |# `5 u) P* V! b# X Able to work independently with minimum supervision
$ ^$ n: x. p7 A) g0 C. d1 q4 L Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
5 [6 K) A( z( q4 g" l' n0 ` Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

( ~# A; o7 l; {. NBenefits to Volunteer:
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 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
2 w+ X) {* ]! r1 q Make good friends
. M6 p4 }! y  o0 z5 e" a3 G- w6 m 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
! x' \# l. N. E' V' E Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

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