SWIM Specific Training & Resources

These resources are for the social service, mitigation and investigative aspects of Public Defender cases. They are meant for all Public Defenders including attorneys, social service staff, investigators, and paralegals.

See the links below to navigate our SWIM resources.

Social Service Resources

Click here to view resources related to social services, sentencing/mitigation, and mental health and neurodivergence.

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Investigative Resources

Click here to view resources for investigation and forensics.

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Trainings & Resources

Our mission is to provide tools, strategies, mutual support, training and information to Public Defender Offices in Pennsylvania; to be the voice of public defense in Pennsylvania; and to promote best practices in the leadership, management, and administration of justice in Pennsylvania.