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 d/ W/ G4 r. K8 vAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
+ A8 _; S9 F- W, W% y7 `* yinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
# Z6 S6 o, }! {0 L4 o. F* D% F- ^and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.

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; I) F; t- p, r' }: ]9 eWhat 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
0 [9 f! L/ Y; j# n7 i7 } Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …

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Program Schedule:
" Q6 ?  e, |/ h+ y/ D5 y, @Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
* G8 E! }% {/ p- b7 N/ s9 h& _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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% P# V! i. E5 [' R: iWho can participate?
Asian 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?
5 S6 K" X% {2 Y# j8 RIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.

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/ o' y: G! M, _2 w( RVolunteer’s Duties:

 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
+ S% _0 \( n' c0 V! k. d( P Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
0 \8 g' Y# a9 _5 ^ 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

8 z. m( y; {4 N6 gVolunteer Commitment:

' r0 O; h- P1 J! b1 _ 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
4 x% r7 S6 O3 W. y  W8 h A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
$ z0 W- C, p, r% T" Q: `! ^4 ? Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

5 k8 }) e. ]# r( x4 [5 DBenefits to Volunteer:
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 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 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
  w& r2 m& N/ y- K Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
$ [7 a2 H7 Z! D. d3 c" y Make a difference in someone’s life
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1 A2 w' j0 S  q" {" o2 u! hIf 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