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
8 S7 \. K2 |  ]) ~6 Fopportunities, 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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5 T; ?6 L( C$ H. d# lWhat will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

6 \* k( ^, z  b5 b7 wThese activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
2 t) O. @) ^; m2 u3 k4 C3 h Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
9 `3 `5 J) ?/ B: l9 s Identify personal leadership strengths …
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, o5 C6 z/ {. Q, S: X* pProgram Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
/ m* T" |/ h/ Y: Q# O# eSummer 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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7 V! u0 p" q$ H5 O4 uWho can participate?
: i1 A( j. v9 wAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

" w: q0 c2 u( r; G& ]What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
  p5 F8 X  }5 |1 w7 kIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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Volunteer’s Duties:

- N" }( `# L' z 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
) _) s: ~3 P8 N7 l) A' e* \' ]' R 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

4 u( v. N9 G3 `. g) gVolunteer Commitment:
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4 F6 _6 O4 Y( u 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

. c3 N/ G4 w9 S& BAttitude/Skills Requirements:

 Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
; p1 R5 k8 h! l* G% l% i. X/ j$ B5 V 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
1 r. ^9 j) b7 p Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
2 c  T6 s& U3 d2 @* s% v/ ]2 V3 h7 h Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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Benefits to Volunteer:
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  B7 `* g/ P+ o( i6 E Gain work experience
7 f  A6 t1 L$ E8 S4 Z- s Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
- e$ y, u) M# T8 C3 m 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
& i1 L4 `6 ]# f9 }; h& r Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

, J% {3 I8 _: Y$ s6 ^9 W( c9 GIf 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