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
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
( e) Y/ p2 M$ p4 v2 yinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
$ |  k' r0 s" x, v, ~( pand  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
" \( L  r9 s. W7 T: c( D Learn how to access community services and programs
3 s6 ~# Y6 _9 b4 D) M$ `5 k Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
! }! s9 |$ e( F- U+ x; H8 r% `7 a) j# U Identify personal leadership strengths …
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Program Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
' O  w0 T7 l) ~2 L. |Summer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
; |2 P3 C) Z! r2 @( Q                              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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0 p/ r4 k  [! mWhat 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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; N/ |5 E; K- [  iVolunteer’s Duties:
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 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
; Z& @3 i7 w/ s7 i Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
* ^4 d9 q  |' M# }4 }& v Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
& i8 v0 J, y5 m5 U Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

Volunteer Commitment:
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 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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4 Y0 S2 |! z( J" m/ kAttitude/Skills Requirements:

 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
 A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
( p% Z' l& l- _, n Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

: p" R& u9 E; h0 {1 c' ?Benefits to Volunteer:
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3 {* G' {3 q% d! [: ~* V$ Y7 ] Gain work experience
3 I5 D8 V2 q* [% L* F Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
( y8 M/ e" ^" s6 b3 k 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
 Opportunity for team work
( h$ q; l; S# g6 c" l4 g Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
! e. q* F9 e0 x2 p* @3 Q( N. ` Make a difference in someone’s life
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6 R/ N( J" s; s/ I# j( }% M9 RIf 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