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
Asian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
" I! d% G2 D0 E# t. [& x) E4 `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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What will take place in the sessions?
- V% l3 `8 A" u6 z7 oEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

) C. S) q9 o5 \' j0 r+ w% XThese activities will enable youth to:
3 W6 e9 x5 o6 e% A Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
! j& y+ j2 K, V, O! x Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
: I4 ?8 x8 T  e" @ Identify personal leadership strengths …


$ g" L( ~+ _1 e' N. ?- g3 x% mProgram Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
5 ?" Q, }" e  q. ~* {5 @4 dSummer 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?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

6 N/ x: q6 L" n' WWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
: h7 v% s7 r. F. v( ]It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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Volunteer’s Duties:

: u2 `$ v2 J" G$ d/ \4 p" Q 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
, a# x  A  U( P Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
" @/ o7 M+ W' L+ H" L, f Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
) r- A3 `! q0 P9 W Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
. r/ N/ k1 ~% B8 c% |" m Assist in program planning
- b( V, |/ h, U# P4 f 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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Attitude/Skills Requirements:

 Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
; D9 r- i2 M: b) I5 [8 t/ c 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
. r" z4 D" c2 y7 U  a. h 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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 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
! B5 S$ z  A0 D% Y; |8 h 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
0 y; R0 X% \7 N7 F8 \. K! D  _ Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life
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! s. @; V" J* T& _0 {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