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
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
& j1 O& b5 m3 J% l; Dinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.


6 t$ D, l. v% Q) {$ FWhat will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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' Z$ x1 C4 q* Z! q5 M* F& ]These activities will enable youth to:
* C5 R6 ?3 d( s% ^  [ 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 …


  u' P/ V5 `2 Z: }/ K* UProgram 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
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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.

% M! Q# A' ?6 Y9 k: k, RWhat 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.


4 V$ b# g: v% {Volunteer’s Duties:
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3 T+ [, Y( Q. V) y+ B2 b4 L 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
" c( J. n1 m! i4 f  \, N Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
# |3 z+ E6 f' G' K7 T Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
; o4 D6 N5 x# b& I1 B7 J% ] Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
! y! H/ g/ e0 f, z& ^ Be a role model
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! s$ M, a7 S' t, v3 |# G/ Y  @  LVolunteer Commitment:

 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:

# x& ]- n! ]9 O% _! B5 t. e' s 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
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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# a" K, q# u1 l9 O4 w6 CBenefits to Volunteer:
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7 x% i  r# N; G/ U5 Y, R Gain work experience
' |; ^% R1 F/ C, |3 d6 q- Q Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
; h3 Q, Z" i* M, w. n2 ` 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
* g: r# Q. n  L; `% n, L Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
3 Q) |' h! H# r Make a difference in someone’s life

/ m9 ~" ]2 ~2 Q& P8 ]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