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
' p( x4 s% k* [" a8 T( aopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
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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3 A/ f' T& K& U6 z8 n  p: _. vWhat will take place in the sessions?
- c. x  P* Z, ~Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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) a4 W# j9 U+ F" }These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
- W8 X; w. I* t( X" y* r Learn how to access community services and programs
" [( X8 |5 n2 | Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …


- U8 j4 n! }7 ?; iProgram Schedule:
# P; o2 j( z- \9 kRegular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
; S% Q2 |! R" C$ e% _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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Who can participate?
  A6 P4 ^. i) G, g2 P0 }* P8 {, @7 lAsian 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?
It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.

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- s# S( [/ Y, J9 X! ~8 G( R/ vVolunteer’s Duties:

" I$ h% a2 ]1 W$ X 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
& Q! G3 }" T+ t. }- H  G Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
  s' n! I: M& \) S, d Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
6 [6 S: Z7 O2 q0 K Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
) ]2 C* w( Y  S; C: j Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:
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  B6 S$ I% L2 f3 P( ] 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:

  V' L' h) G) y+ F$ P1 H8 P1 A 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
; w: Q, m0 T( z- @6 ]' E- o3 l$ ` Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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4 @# h5 W- s- P% nBenefits to Volunteer:
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5 h9 Y1 B- t' P% `) p# e, K- E Gain work experience
! {( A+ t2 g5 t! u 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
1 p+ p) [8 S' ?$ h/ | Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
) I9 i% u6 e3 a7 j4 k1 T Make a difference in someone’s life

4 ~2 K$ u$ x' z1 h; Q! V( o# t+ GIf 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