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
& x2 Y7 F, L3 `6 W: vAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
. A6 ^- z0 O# V+ Q/ p6 Vinterpersonal skills, anger management, personal development,
and  Canadian-Asian culture are some of the ways in which this goal is achieved.
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" m: R  H$ M: X6 B4 b* iWhat will take place in the sessions?
/ h* }9 F+ w# l9 L7 G( |$ PEach session presents concepts through interactive activities that encourage active discussion and participation.
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3 {' a8 p# m' m6 BThese activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
. j; s+ A( J! a# p9 A5 B Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …

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' K* ^" K6 X* V3 z: R4 z  L7 vProgram Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
1 a4 F; x6 N% ^4 `; p% X2 PSummer 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

+ T: f; v2 [9 J" Y. J7 }' xWho 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?
' ]8 x* e% J6 r! u. Z  {3 IIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.
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# ?4 S  \) E& K1 a" [* _Volunteer’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
( J. \' J# [5 A5 U8 Y% t Facilitate or assist in ice-breakers and/or other activities
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
5 t9 ~) G3 i3 @" ` Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
8 \+ T( i4 J) r' j0 J  [1 n) V Assist in program planning
4 \- @. G' `& p4 y8 A0 J! p Be a role model

Volunteer Commitment:

) H* c. K7 S6 F  F 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
  u" f  d! _3 l9 F* x$ v/ G! s  |( } Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
" p: c; |4 D7 b+ D! [. ] Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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Benefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
 Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
% P1 }, n1 D3 G Make good friends
+ S; L$ ^1 z+ L" @ 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
' y5 I7 j. h( L: F+ g1 Q4 M* Q Opportunity for team work
# b9 r3 C4 z! ] Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
 Make a difference in someone’s life
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. x" f( b" o+ }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