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
% Z; U8 J" [+ ~# bAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, 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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What will take place in the sessions?
Each session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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3 Y! G! ?. ?- |These activities will enable youth to:
2 H0 r  w) C, N4 @4 I Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
: M" m& D, R6 z Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
( p. R0 u/ c3 M; g Identify personal leadership strengths …


Program Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
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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0 j, _: s: I5 z1 Z' K: _8 lWho can participate?
Asian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.

3 S* `/ @1 O9 SWhat is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
7 x, c( s6 Q2 E3 KIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.

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Volunteer’s Duties:
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# x6 G" u4 T* Q% B, ]; f Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
- I6 l  y, U/ _0 k6 s* F6 N( z- | 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
3 {, {6 x6 C% C, V  X  q/ [ Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
% }- d7 f1 C1 k/ A Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
- e; X: [( c( v6 q% l; Y Assist in program planning
9 S, M4 ?  A# ]8 {1 U, s Be a role model
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  q5 ~3 k' g" p% G1 i3 ZVolunteer 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

: l1 [" C- E) h4 ?4 OAttitude/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
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$ P, s! B5 Q6 u3 {5 ~! e; ]5 L/ L3 i Able to work independently with minimum supervision
, B* z' O9 W2 k; M& }8 U Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
3 p" J* S1 p3 |# z Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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9 u( \. X' ^. j; l; ?Benefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
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 Make good friends
 Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
! ]. {/ V) v: Q! V6 v1 j Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
 Opportunity for team work
; V& q7 M8 `# @2 ~ Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
4 `+ w- T. Z! ]8 X' [7 S6 { Make a difference in someone’s life
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" O( M# A+ ]( z3 L) j4 {* oIf 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