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
. X8 J/ B) r; E8 uAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
+ K% Z2 w/ T9 Z! d) J( I" D& ?opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
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What will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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These activities will enable youth to:
* D( j8 W& A% Y  Q( ? Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
' d1 a2 t: I  V4 E Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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; ~) [& }9 L  T5 n+ j5 n9 gProgram 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
, J1 w& ]" C& ^4 D                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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Who can participate?
. g3 I: z/ w8 ~* i+ c3 nAsian 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.
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0 v/ k4 J7 {" F, f* VVolunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
; [0 k$ ^9 d, `7 \: l  }, R Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
, K4 h8 b5 v7 m# \+ B6 w$ G. e 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
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Volunteer 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:
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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
) t. A9 _6 a3 k- \: l A team player
4 e; L/ {/ h6 z 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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  o( x# _9 {# TBenefits to Volunteer:
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+ R( j( ]' X, s4 H0 N Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
7 J! i# s* C  D0 _& k1 Y Make good friends
, L! f8 Z  I0 M% U# F0 H! X Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
: H0 a: D2 ?+ c* M/ a Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
* l/ s4 ^7 V, ]  s* ?" G1 w( L. i Opportunity for team work
; x1 Y+ v: U0 `2 P Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
7 B- n3 F( u# @) ^3 v+ { Make a difference in someone’s life

" i7 \1 S' q9 H: L) E1 [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