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
' z2 D. ^: T8 k3 ^( K* Y4 eAsian youth to make healthy and safe choice. Recreational challenges, volunteering
& Y; X" S9 v% S4 F) ^opportunities, leadership training, as well as educational sessions on
8 v; ~! N5 I  Y# ?; @4 ?4 u- yinterpersonal 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.

) T  T- F" o3 s( xThese activities will enable youth to:
 Explore personal interests in arts and recreation
. m4 @) H- d% N* f- y Learn how to access community services and programs
 Develop self-confidence and problem solving skills
: [1 d. u7 P3 L; }" v Identify personal leadership strengths …


Program Schedule:
Regular Spring and Fall Group Sessions: runs on alternate Saturday afternoon from 2 to 5 p.m.
8 \9 A4 {  A' z, JSummer Group Sessions: 2 consecutive weeks in July from 9 to 5 p.m. daily
8 \3 o4 F% S  L# ^/ s! k% r                              2 consecutive weeks in August from 9 to 5 p.m. daily

Who can participate?
8 s' N5 a5 m6 |  b# R8 NAsian 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:
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 Distribute promotional flyers to schools, churches, communities and social services agencies
7 t5 P/ N: x9 _7 Q, B* i 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
4 Q9 j# I8 d  I) Q# E! W% Y* y Research activities related to the sessions’ topic
. d0 |3 I& X; b1 Z$ ]6 g Enforce safety rules during program sessions and fieldtrips
 Assist in program planning
. _% t) r2 l) x0 R0 [1 D1 c Be a role model

& a# C" `+ G3 ?5 UVolunteer Commitment:
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: ]! T. A. ]% E# s2 C On-going volunteers (we have volunteers dedicated themselves to the program for almost 4 years)
1 d# X5 v: f! n 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
; N* d. n. R) g0 ]' { Open and willing to initiate and maintain a positive relationship with youth in the program
! e: [3 i( P0 ^  K8 `' R/ S A team player
' j9 P( k9 Y8 t Able to work independently with minimum supervision
6 q5 Y) Q, t# V- @' @' O4 E Value the building on strengths of  children, youth and families
+ U$ A5 p4 ?" X( X5 S0 m Willing to work with youth including youth at risk

4 Z& a# c  U2 v5 [' XBenefits to Volunteer:
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 Gain work experience
2 N: z3 N  E3 L" V* A Contribute to the well being of children, youth and families
  q# X; V9 D/ l  s5 }3 l 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
 Opportunity for team work
 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