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
/ A/ J6 C: p4 M/ QAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
' s( a, f1 p1 {" G0 hinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
5 i3 m- i7 X, f0 V; w# s8 ]- iand  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
 Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
4 m' E, g( Z; P# m5 y$ e1 P9 d) D Identify personal leadership strengths …

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0 q5 ^) G/ H! O8 qProgram Schedule:
/ C+ v) u9 G1 f8 [3 I/ O3 P- Y5 rRegular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
$ r5 z9 M# B( f- w! YSummer 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?
7 {, m" L; d6 |& `6 u8 YAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

/ i! e0 I, u* u1 i& ^What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
, q! K, e- W! w  y& F( hIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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Volunteer’s Duties:

6 a( q6 D4 U, i% x5 s0 ^ 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
# X1 ^4 ?$ e) i, f4 k, ?  I Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
/ h0 a, z9 R8 y1 S Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
% T/ a( e9 ~* n- S1 m' \& n Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

1 J2 \# n9 }) T- pVolunteer 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:
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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
 A team player
; v4 \. \; l3 O# D Able to work independently with minimum supervision
  _1 O% u' a1 A Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
% m$ s1 D2 i# y. k. Q; M Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

Benefits to Volunteer:
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8 j- h9 R+ v6 n, S% [$ \5 \ Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
" S% `  e& ^6 h. n* l4 Z Make good friends
! Q  u4 t  p0 w! V6 T$ R Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
$ O) i& p- d2 P: B6 |) { Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
; s; x3 o, U9 u Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
1 I. o  ]/ B, ^( U8 f, U Make a difference in someone’s life

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