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
5 W2 q2 p2 b) }3 l1 I/ U' G3 D+ ZAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
& f+ h/ w6 X- p. X  ginterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
. D6 A, W3 w6 Zand  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.

6 F) p. i! c, X6 L" aThese activities will enable youth to:
# ^+ W; T2 Z, c5 A Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
1 \/ V. t5 Z# `8 E6 l Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
+ U8 R* K1 D. s  Y4 M3 R! r Identify personal leadership strengths …

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Program Schedule:
( i  _* w+ O8 f; G( q& XRegular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
$ N% z: n  ~- D) XSummer 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

Who can participate?
  c. W1 l9 c& I/ U% q* fAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.
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; M! S8 {3 s4 P: R! XWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
3 e, V% Q& t! H) ~+ x. R3 Z# uIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.


Volunteer’s Duties:

7 F3 Q' h: H- m 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
 Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
5 c3 ?$ i+ t8 N- `; M# c+ y# M Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
9 i$ Y: a* W/ @6 D+ s Assist in program planning
2 A3 {2 R/ E- S( S3 A( N Be a role model

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

Attitude/Skills Requirements:

+ n8 g. T) r. Y8 z, |- m Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
! B6 Z) W; A  h) d Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
4 Z, ~1 |0 f& ~1 W A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
+ k# h  A* `0 o$ g5 x: d Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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Benefits to Volunteer:

" t- h" _- I6 O/ @2 f- H: H Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
9 }0 G- _# ]& f2 f Make good friends
+ b; B2 X* i- L( P5 i" i; }  F/ a) _ 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
" \2 C( L' g- O# c Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

  V6 w0 h) U8 eIf 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