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
4 e9 T. k1 E8 r' h; S7 q% n* hAsian 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,
4 u/ y; M, P, ?" E. 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?
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
 Learn how to access community services and programs
( J  ?: m# O% B! E. ] Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 Identify personal leadership strengths …
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; h/ y1 ^7 A/ oProgram Schedule:
' b# G9 t# `8 T7 u9 K" cRegular 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

) Z- F2 D( x$ X7 {Who can participate?
, H6 q+ }- h& m5 @( C, \, dAsian 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?
/ x" w7 ^3 A* [) ]4 e6 C7 IIt is FREE and space is limited to 15 to 20 participants per group.


4 \. \0 b  V6 v! P7 y: YVolunteer’s Duties:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
* t, n6 U$ R0 ?- q 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
 Facilitate or assist in small group discussions
: Y( X" T. C/ n1 G Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
 Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

5 s; A/ `- g* s1 I3 U3 S4 T. ]Volunteer Commitment:

 On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
* C8 R6 q# b9 Z& @ One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer
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6 z2 g8 n1 v5 }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
/ k8 I% \4 V: w( G- N, T A team player
 Able to work independently with minimum supervision
' k; H( v+ U. \7 Z Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
/ K5 I: u3 B" f1 A+ C- q Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

Benefits to Volunteer:

! N+ H; e. ~9 \" f Gain work experience
. D! U0 ~8 G! f0 k1 `6 } Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
. \+ e7 U: J+ f, j$ H 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
$ b, I% H7 u. A2 M" s Opportunity for team work
& l1 [" G" V, h0 A3 p Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
" D* m; O% `9 Z0 v- n3 c, ` Make a difference in someone’s life
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/ h6 |7 B0 z1 @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