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
: x$ V( k3 i8 S, b/ [9 I; q$ {9 TAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
. E2 x4 g- ^0 G- \opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
5 K8 s( w0 G, M  G, ]interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.
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* x) j9 d) w8 z7 eWhat will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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" |6 x9 D, K  j4 bThese activities will enable youth to:
% y7 [  t! q! F1 r/ A Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
$ u0 _( g: d7 O, k Learn how to access community services and programs
' Y# L0 k, Y4 u" A; L# i Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …


& V& E* Z5 |! ^' @Program Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
' [! E0 p. ~4 a& F' xSummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
& G& q4 ~" R1 C1 C                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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4 i. [- `3 X8 q! r+ bWho can participate?
. D  t+ P0 O" _) k$ RAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

) U& f0 {- z! F! WWhat 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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' t4 T0 C- P0 d& [8 aVolunteer’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
4 U) U- T2 w7 M5 U$ i Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
- h) ]' }2 j- E Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

Volunteer Commitment:

 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
% v4 x2 D9 n, p5 ~+ Z One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer

; t* Y6 Q* m1 AAttitude/Skills Requirements:

! G* S# c4 D9 D 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
# D( ?. Q/ }  C; r; L( O6 L/ E A team player
& Z" N0 e# m" T# v" y Able to work independently with minimum supervision
9 i$ ?/ u+ V0 Z' D1 r  | Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

Benefits to Volunteer:
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! A) ?9 F& J, \; x' n4 D  F Gain work experience
  }. I* B, F* c 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
 Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life
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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