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
7 u! ^' V/ ~: j! ?" n! s7 P4 `: hAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
9 ~* Y( w% h* m$ _1 X/ n9 tinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
* O6 e6 e8 C! J# H) v* G4 Uand  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.

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; T2 F/ c+ T. e4 k8 p! hWhat will take place in the sessions?
7 e: @: V, f( |" ~7 x0 O9 WEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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  W; N; ]: j: X4 j# L0 \These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
) K9 z% ~, G# c0 j' z3 X0 H" S Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …


% X+ t6 L. s3 L7 u0 J. SProgram Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
) h  M# E5 F* u2 B, JSummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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Who can participate?
: \6 O/ x/ S( j; pAsian 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.


Volunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
1 C* s3 ~( i2 N* P4 c6 E" W Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
0 H" |  f( h4 K+ q Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
7 P$ G) s) ~7 D3 l+ q Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
, p; T# d& i% H+ n: C2 U" f& L Be a role model
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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

Attitude/Skills Requirements:
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 Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
% j( L* q2 O; w- C5 W9 S+ `' ~: K Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
" J- O7 p4 T9 ^6 Y6 n# Y A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
  m" e. d0 h0 _ Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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Benefits to Volunteer:

. i- v% X& E1 e* ^ Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
3 k# o5 P$ z0 N; }# u' V3 L6 b1 \' C 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
5 X% f" N, p1 @ Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

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