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
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
$ ?4 Q5 n7 u( R0 S0 S# Iinterpersonal 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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These activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
! k% O( S8 F& f' U2 \& C Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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" h" p# Q- Z* L* R1 uProgram Schedule:
8 s4 u' m# u4 d9 iRegular 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
' V6 m( c5 T# H) Z- M                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
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; J) d$ |) a) ~  ZAsian 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.


Volunteer’s Duties:

2 G0 A. ^: J/ n; l 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
& m  y! M+ U' d' v/ W& {9 r' ? Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
1 [* l* Q" N4 l1 F- q) i Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
4 ~3 L3 l1 J" H# y3 w Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
' S8 Y, H+ r+ s Be a role model
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Volunteer Commitment:

9 l7 a. `/ H5 c/ `# U% J 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
 Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
 A team player
5 ?/ A/ T# B* L( a; B3 v; ] Able to work independently with minimum supervision
: a* w  h. v6 `, d Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
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( T; J3 ~- V5 v: E# f5 S7 o8 @- JBenefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
" Q6 \1 H8 M4 W( ^$ P. G& c Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
" p, l0 {! F: X( _' B Make good friends
2 M5 |  |0 `5 [0 W) Z Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
/ j8 b2 b& f! w% b0 L' h! k  P# X Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
8 b1 t6 M% B1 }0 } Opportunity for team work
 Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
) a" S: z4 q3 `* u1 z+ V Make a difference in someone’s life
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6 N9 i- P1 m1 g. QIf 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