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
7 {! c) h" x# W0 k* ^. popportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal 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.

These activities will enable youth to:
. r" F" L: M8 T7 R, c0 Z 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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0 ^! \: J, l9 _  gProgram Schedule:
2 w/ z% }; h8 s0 `9 f$ kRegular 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
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* O' E- z1 t1 f6 E$ `% J1 ^Who can participate?
, S  J5 V7 y0 k$ i- uAsian 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?
# F' A6 b7 E& {1 {  CIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.

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! Q6 U% ]9 W* Q7 H) ?$ dVolunteer’s Duties:
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, u4 r. l) [" a 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
- \* d4 F$ R. ~3 R# N* W! D$ c 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
 Be a role model

) a; W/ }; C$ I# `  S; d0 v' i# JVolunteer Commitment:
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2 O* `" u+ C( X5 i5 I1 j* {2 [ 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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. p5 J# M1 d. l1 R( p9 vAttitude/Skills Requirements:
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 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
* G0 x2 q( a. \2 D, Y$ _7 Y Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
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& P" X* u* R6 f4 u& n+ L9 PBenefits to Volunteer:

! B7 U* R! Q# r6 I# |1 ?5 C) M% w Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
5 ^/ t* I  B7 M8 p9 r- N3 W6 c( B8 W7 Q Make good friends
 Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
2 m! y$ R6 o4 ]8 N' _! w: X+ X Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
' g3 V9 F" d& j- z8 v, f Opportunity for team work
) F; I$ i5 Y) B! l9 o3 C: ^ 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