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
- \6 z; f5 K2 k& X( n7 I: X6 m+ zinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
2 y0 v6 K  \7 W, h. f) h& L! D$ Dand  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:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
3 a+ \& O  {8 v8 h  h1 \ Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
+ X4 W, m1 ?! v* G2 I5 d Identify personal leadership strengths …

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Program Schedule:
$ d1 a' g' v9 C  R8 }. ~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
                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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5 ~$ v. h) O" U) f/ A; i( G3 J5 _Who can participate?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

. n: U' M8 R8 U  dWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
) O& N+ b" \6 }4 Q1 ^7 f" [It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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; p+ C9 C, [4 }; ?$ W: l" s; {: P5 VVolunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
" H+ J, r: \0 M& _6 u 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
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
1 `, a; w7 \8 w, s  k# c6 k5 r Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
  h+ `) g2 L- E- a Assist in program planning
% U& P2 K, w& n) c4 z Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:

 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
4 l/ O9 O1 y& N 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:
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 Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
- S. c" y. ~) R Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
  y; t% D8 K* H+ i8 q% p0 q7 d A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
+ }9 I1 {9 O3 X8 Z$ R  D Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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Benefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
& K, S& h  r7 J2 q4 A Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
" ~0 S1 O( M! ^3 h, ` Make good friends
 Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
! o) k2 t! d/ m% h9 G Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
2 U+ A3 q/ H1 T& {. { Make a difference in someone’s life

5 ?# O/ w" `+ }* p: ~3 LIf 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