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
, K7 b6 Q1 M. z( z# C' 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,
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, D+ d' c  g0 GWhat 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:
* C$ n# v' U4 O" l' @6 J# ~) l Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
" y+ M! C1 F7 t Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
 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
9 B- J' Q' ~, {& M# l                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

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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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Volunteer’s Duties:

6 v9 L+ }' v+ R0 U) f1 c Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
# A7 X* ?5 _3 z8 K( }& L# ^# P Facilitate and/or coordinate   activity-based function such as to host a gym day or sport tournaments or workshop on personal growth development
* Y6 X7 \: y: U- c. R1 y, R 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
 Assist in program planning
 Be a role model

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7 m, v. i' t. S' Y, v3 y4 H: [$ X On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
: c, g2 S" J$ `( }6 k4 e6 R One time volunteers:  minimum commitment is one seasonal session, i.e. 8 – 10 sessions in Spring, Fall or Summer
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9 p: e3 h" j! M$ {/ aAttitude/Skills Requirements:

9 A3 z; I# O7 V6 I Mature, patient, organized, willing to take and follow instruction from Program Coordinator
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7 E. _) b9 P5 X: B; O* [5 l7 ^3 b Able to work independently with minimum supervision
 Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
 Willing to work with youth including youth at risk
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2 r! |4 n: H! o$ N3 v5 W) g; hBenefits to Volunteer:

 Gain work experience
3 s+ e6 m: H" U& n, x+ e Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
 Make good friends
6 J0 [/ }! V2 W1 L; q 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
: v. \: ]9 r% |* g8 \4 N( B) ^ Opportunity for team work
" Y  s: o  p$ {" l Reference for future scholarship, education and employment applications
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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