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
5 ?+ u3 X. a* c' A; w0 u) H) T1 nopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
0 T4 Y8 [1 @) e4 Band  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.
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3 X, d0 m; O5 n: n- X$ P: o5 w. c9 cWhat will take place in the sessions?
2 V( O" Q  U) u$ KEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
: ^6 @. r6 d7 G1 R  c  ]0 v Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
# E- C: B+ V# C  k! Q Identify personal leadership strengths …


, c1 D& Y' }+ FProgram Schedule:
% e* e7 U1 e" [4 B; K+ E) yRegular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
; C; g; x% f% v1 y$ b4 [+ Z) B+ TSummer 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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2 ~' E1 T, j/ TWho 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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; M8 M- F" _. M# I8 x3 r& sVolunteer’s Duties:

 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
 Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
7 O* a) Y1 O) }# j) n; f( Q- S Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
' n5 @$ b7 N; g; a3 _2 V6 M Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

8 o. D1 E2 N( d( O7 @; e; }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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Attitude/Skills Requirements:
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0 V( _' ~" V* h2 z7 [ 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
, S5 z& ]/ B0 I A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
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; ^) h- @5 @5 j" h/ qBenefits to Volunteer:
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+ Q1 v0 a* h4 j7 g7 {4 { Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
# {9 p7 E0 V$ g8 N) f, k Make good friends
 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
 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