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
8 O# B- q& z9 h# y) EAsian 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,
8 u; K# ]' T) A; D+ S9 Rand  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.
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7 m8 e: Q& R8 A" tWhat will take place in the sessions?
7 {0 [5 O' |2 p% u# U: P9 jEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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These activities will enable youth to:
) D5 R. j2 `5 R' Q Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
9 g1 k# Y, X+ b: x$ \- c. d$ k  k Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …


Program Schedule:
& G& l/ p- @6 X" k9 K$ TRegular 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
  Z" F3 R+ E' h7 I                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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Who can participate?
; `0 ?" e: f4 u9 @6 m* p8 B: GAsian youth aged 11 to 15, who are new immigrants or locally born Asian living in Edmonton or surrounding area.
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! T7 b, f; N5 J  _) |. k/ ^What is the cost of joining the T.A.N.G. program?
6 d9 J1 @- _# G8 R& v& Y" H9 o! \It is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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+ s+ E/ `! B/ ]9 |- T5 _, \2 uVolunteer’s Duties:

 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
* L# O: Y. G* E0 C9 K# Y Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
: ?2 |4 w1 X0 J& R# M, x: z3 A+ @ Assist in program planning
 Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:
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- v3 }( e, m* G, \5 p On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
# n; C& d8 V+ ?& ?7 @; M5 N& @ 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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; Z+ m# ]' N2 C Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
6 s) a, Q0 \( A, e5 r 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
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
! l; Z1 Z6 U4 h+ O* } Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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Benefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
) R. o1 c; r8 a. o Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
  m& ^! h5 _& X, V$ C! J" i 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
5 t! f4 V# v  i* Z0 G5 ? Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

; n3 p8 M, S9 H& r% J1 |* Y3 PIf 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