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
8 Y! ?" B0 D5 a4 x4 {5 |5 R( gAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
$ c; X" r& S, h. f  J1 Hopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
4 X; N9 `. c; ]1 w8 c4 F7 ~2 ?" Dinterpersonal 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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" o9 B# h8 S+ |% h; M# X9 m8 WThese activities will enable youth to:
5 Q" i% d, A% D: i5 O2 L' e9 H Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
6 _: d( e$ W9 E9 x/ j Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
0 R# ?6 |  G0 C6 }3 v" K& \6 h* b Identify personal leadership strengths …


  Y, R7 x1 I5 t1 O2 fProgram Schedule:
5 u! o& }% {5 rRegular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
, Z9 A4 T8 k( W  R9 p+ HSummer 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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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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$ S* k" e8 g5 P; t5 PWhat 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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# A- o. U' N+ U& t( Z: {& bVolunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
0 L$ a8 A; F7 S2 I1 ]( I 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
( G! r# M  W4 |% v Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
+ S; i2 F; E. s. C: p: i Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

Volunteer Commitment:

6 [2 R) h- y  M" k& ^ On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
7 A+ u" c8 W( b& k One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer
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! Y. Y1 P: ~5 HAttitude/Skills Requirements:
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- f  J. n& @1 W) v: i 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
4 W: e7 ~2 M$ p Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
, {4 ^! D) U/ R/ _9 a Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

  |  W; y) W& f6 \2 BBenefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
; B7 c& i" N) A# X Make good friends
/ q. f1 ~/ O7 d5 y0 R* c! U1 a Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
. |9 V" ~# D0 u& n6 _7 D1 w, L Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
6 z$ `) H0 n& j& }( I( H Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

4 J% ]8 _. y  V, e( i! hIf 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