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
Asian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
7 a3 E# j7 e/ S0 ]3 xopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
) F6 `) ]' M+ _' }" `and  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:
2 k) d7 \+ f( T, L& @) w" ` Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
+ J1 B  B, X' m0 L) w* l( C. v Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …

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Program Schedule:
$ i6 s. z* p8 ~( d" o$ \Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
1 a1 Q( R& u& P5 N+ S* H3 zSummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
' d/ I8 S" h# N0 v                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

Who 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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" n* E; v7 x' I' w3 {) c5 OWhat 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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: Q7 y/ q4 L) F8 N9 PVolunteer’s Duties:

 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
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

& I+ o. B0 i5 T! y2 N1 tVolunteer Commitment:
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. X/ d/ x9 d8 I; T On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
5 s' \2 h8 _; P! Z' \8 n; S* K8 B One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer

# s  W1 }) K  y6 O) h2 tAttitude/Skills Requirements:
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& K3 x* ~9 ?4 F5 T! P9 J 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
5 d; {2 U) [7 @8 W! Q  T+ O5 A A team player
; |$ T. A) U" V, K 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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Benefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
- i1 ?( @4 `& n0 U& x5 }# V, y 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
6 h/ k- y0 k6 D$ g0 N$ [" ~0 m Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
) p8 E, v/ g% y( k( {: l/ u: |' {7 L Make a difference in someone’s life
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& M' b' q; w  jIf 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