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
Asian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
% r5 t( P/ O, Z& Z5 k, r( Eopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
$ @  v9 f# ]2 s8 t+ einterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  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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3 L0 C1 u2 X# W3 P3 |$ [8 rThese activities will enable youth to:
1 w+ P/ n; G6 O! r5 c+ x- i$ K Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
" N2 ~, O& D* }; a4 V9 n2 U. { Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
  W# d4 f* h+ G; [+ j) W0 b 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.
Summer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
! R/ L& j5 i4 p% g* Z) o                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

* b, F+ w+ H: |$ Y2 P' s- A+ o5 p: R, ~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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What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
- Z. ^1 D; n+ l! I; }% }* u" U+ jIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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" l2 ^6 s8 |6 Z( {" bVolunteer’s Duties:
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5 T# ~9 a1 Y2 @( C. ^/ I Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
4 l2 d  K/ Y/ t; i) Z+ z3 C Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
/ O# D6 ?$ F1 Q  Q5 |3 r 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
 Assist in program planning
4 q8 m/ A" L- V+ { Be a role model

7 Q1 {0 T, Q& {: FVolunteer Commitment:

. B- c- ~& K2 L2 |! u( f- Z On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
) u+ r: P  \* h$ {( v0 |. e1 E5 g One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer

' P: a6 _: C4 I& _Attitude/Skills Requirements:

 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
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Benefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
& ]; w# n' q; |. z Make good friends
: A8 {; l3 C7 `5 Z% P  Z+ F 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
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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