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
) a' l& l6 f& ginterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
& E' l! G$ r, ?2 m  i7 [) tand  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?
0 R6 f5 ]7 Y# SEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.

These activities will enable youth to:
" y* M& C) b) _6 B" T+ k" |7 c Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
 Learn how to access community services and programs
: l. O4 y3 [& g- X Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
9 J& m9 K8 K+ V; s& C, z Identify personal leadership strengths …
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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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9 X+ Z. h% k$ OWho can participate?
Asian 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.


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- t& ~' v2 Z2 V6 @+ V$ m$ f Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
8 s0 G/ x  t& j$ @" d! E+ S Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
0 x% _/ h: J: }8 s6 \" b7 G( J Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
; t: w* y2 q1 Y9 h& c/ P: |( s Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
 Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
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Volunteer 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

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
9 s" m$ B: [3 ^- B# D A team player
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 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
, z3 F3 z1 Q+ V" \ Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

Benefits to Volunteer:
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# j8 s1 f! {: Y0 u6 O Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
3 T$ \+ ^1 i. ?3 {- j7 o8 v Make good friends
 Develop a sense of belonging with the community and get a chance to participate proactively
5 S; C* @0 S  m6 o% l% r, |! Z Use your personal knowledge and skills for a good cause in the community
4 l2 `0 N5 y( p! u! V Opportunity for team work
; v: |; U0 S6 U Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life

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