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
5 d& }" P+ `4 j4 JAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
# t3 x. |. o# {* G& j1 mopportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
interpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
( p+ o$ O! Z3 d$ w% Land  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.
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These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
+ I- ]9 O$ K! F, H1 i$ T Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …

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3 h+ n3 u- b9 xProgram Schedule:
3 P- I5 I; t; c% I6 C1 d* URegular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
* R1 s& X! q4 r) m. l( Y+ mSummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
1 A4 O9 ]8 q1 i( e* H" A- |5 G7 |                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

) x  ]4 y; s5 k: `# EWho can participate?
# w3 r) `& z, [# x* dAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

, S* V4 @3 n. H  ~* k3 l+ G3 pWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
: \3 o3 z' W+ i5 y1 A6 mIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.

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1 @) j  x8 g9 o- h0 n  AVolunteer’s Duties:
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" f: T) O' o4 ]$ y: X8 y Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
6 c, ]: h. C6 X! U$ k  g 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
7 `$ W& B& V9 ]2 C Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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( m( p4 L4 X' x5 xVolunteer 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
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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
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
0 A" {$ e& |9 u- J3 H0 N7 A Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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Benefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
+ M$ r9 f0 O+ u( Q+ ^! B& l1 f Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
5 F! b- {/ M/ _$ ?: V: x Make good friends
; k$ `, D  g* ^: Y, G Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
) \4 y1 \0 r0 t& V+ s" L$ v! M  y Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
3 E/ n/ a1 P) n9 I* l& F Opportunity for team work
" M0 x, P, A1 X) n Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life
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/ V" R: z& [& \! ^1 M  jIf 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