SWIM Ohio

05/05/2025

Apparently, you don't need water to SWIM - check out the newest SWIM group, bubbling through amber *waves* of grain!

https://www.facebook.com/swimnebraska

We are a volunteer led, grassroots effort to build a more resilient Nebraska by providing infrastructure to keep social workers informed and able to engage with communities in ways big and small.

04/02/2025

Our next community call is this Sunday, April 6, at 7 p.m.!

This call is open to all members of the Network. Members should check their email for Zoom info.

Not a member yet? All social workers and social work students are welcome to join the Network by visiting our website.

ID: An illustration of a laptop computer with the SWIM network dolphin logo displayed. Below the laptop is the following text: "Community Call - Sunday, 4/6 at 7 p.m. Join the SWIM Ohio Network for our first ever community call! This call is open to all members of the Network. Members should check their email for Zoom info. Not a member yet? All social workers and social work students are welcome to join the Network by visiting our website. " The image is decorated with bubbles and also includes website, socials and contact info.

03/28/2025

There's a place for every social worker in SWIM, where you can use your power, privilege and strengths to build resilience in the social work community!

How will you contribute? Visit swimohio.net to learn more.

ID: Text-based graphic that reads, "there's a please for everyone in the movement - what's yours?" On the right side of the graphic is the SWIM dolphin logo and a list of ideas that have been contributed toward mutual aid. Some of the ideas include sharing skills/knowledge, engaging in formal advocacy, writing protest songs/chants, and providing emotional support.

03/26/2025

Join us for our next community call on April 6 at 7 p.m.!

This call is open to all members of the Network. Members should check their email for Zoom info.

Not a member yet? All social workers and social work students are welcome to join the Network by visiting our website.

ID: An illustration of a laptop computer with the SWIM network dolphin logo displayed. Below the laptop is the following text: "Community Call - Sunday, 4/6 at 7 p.m. Join the SWIM Ohio Network for our first ever community call! This call is open to all members of the Network. Members should check their email for Zoom info. Not a member yet? All social workers and social work students are welcome to join the Network by visiting our website. " The image is decorated with bubbles and also includes website, socials and contact info.

03/01/2025

Join us for a community call tomorrow night! What's a community call? It's a virtual space to gather, share, and plan for the days ahead.

This call is optional and you are encouraged to join however you feel comfortable (with or without camera, just listening, using a nickname on Zoom, etc.) SWIM members can check the email they used to register for information on how to access the call.
Not a member yet? All social workers and social work students are welcome to join the Network by visiting our website.

ID: An illustration of a laptop computer with the SWIM network dolphin logo displayed. Below the laptop is the following text: "Community Call - Sunday, 3/2 at 7 p.m. Join the SWIM Ohio Network for our first ever community call! This call is open to all members of the Network. Members should check their email for Zoom info. Not a member yet? All social workers and social work students are welcome to join the Network by visiting our website. " The image is decorated with bubbles and also includes website, socials and contact info.

02/20/2025

Don't forget! Our first in-person meetup is this Sunday, Feb. 23 from 2-4 p.m.!

Let’s deepen our connection to each other and our community at our first in-person SWIM Meet in the Cleveland Area! Members will be sent location details.

Not a member yet? Jump in: swimohio (dot) net

ID: Aqua text on a dark background with waves that includes the organization name (Social Work Is Mutual Aid Ohio Network) and an announcement for the upcoming SWIM meet. Other image text mirrors the post text above.

02/12/2025

Mark your calendars! You're invited to our first in-person meetup on Sunday, Feb. 23 from 2-4 p.m.!

Let’s deepen our connection to each other and our community at our first in-person SWIM Meet in the Cleveland Area! Members will be sent location details.

Not a member yet? Jump in: swimohio (dot) net

ID: Aqua text on a dark background with waves that includes the organization name (Social Work Is Mutual Aid Ohio Network) and an announcement for the upcoming SWIM meet. Other image text mirrors the post text above.

02/07/2025

Calling all members! You're invited to our first in-person meetup on Sunday, Feb. 23 from 2-4 p.m.!

Let’s deepen our connection to each other and our community at our first in-person SWIM Meet in the Cleveland Area! Members will be sent location details.

Not a member yet? Jump in: swimohio (dot) net

ID: Aqua text on a dark background with waves that includes the organization name (Social Work Is Mutual Aid Ohio Network) and an announcement for the upcoming SWIM meet. Other image text mirrors the post text above.

02/05/2025

Do you know what to do if ICE enters your workplace? Here are four must-know tips to keep you and your clients safe!

1. Ask if you are free to go. Ask ICE agents if you are free to go. Leave the area if you are not detained.

2. Don't consent to a search. If an ICE agent asks to look in your bag or office, loudly say, “No, I do not consent to a search.” Judicial warrants authorize searches, administrative warrants do not. ICE is only permitted in public areas.

3. Remain silent. You don’t have to answer questions or provide information to ICE agents. Loudly say “I want to remain silent” and then remain silent. Do not speak except to ask for an attorney or say you don’t consent to a search.

4. Ask for an attorney. If you are detained or arrested, loudly say “I want to speak to a lawyer.” Do not sign anything unless it is reviewed by an attorney.

Another great resource - with free printables - is the Immigrant Legal Resource Center. You can download and print red cards to keep in your wallet to help you remember your rights. Link in the comments or search "red cards."

ID: Aqua and white text-based graphic with the SWIM logo and points from the post.

01/28/2025

Join us for our first community call! What's a community call? It's a virtual space to gather, share, and plan for the days ahead.

This call is optional and you are encouraged to join however you feel comfortable (with or without camera, just listening, using a nickname on Zoom, etc.) SWIM members can check the email they used to register for information on how to access the call.

Not a member yet? All social workers and social work students are welcome to join the Network by visiting our website.

ID: An illustration of a laptop computer with the SWIM network dolphin logo displayed. Below the laptop is the following text: "Community Call - Sunday, 2/2 at 7 p.m. Join the SWIM Ohio Network for our first ever community call! This call is open to all members of the Network. Members should check their email for Zoom info. Not a member yet? All social workers and social work students are welcome to join the Network by visiting our website. " The image is decorated with bubbles and also includes website, socials and contact info.

01/27/2025

Feeling overwhelmed by current events? Us too. You are not alone and do not have to weather this distressing era on your own.

Let’s talk about community care! We can build resilience and safety by working together in solidarity and supporting one another. What can community care look like?

- Raging into the abyss together
- Sharing resources and knowledge
- Asking for help
- Problem-solving together
- Co-creating responsive systems to meet our community’s needs

Self-care is important, but we’re interested in going beyond bubble baths. We envision a community where self-care is the same as community care. Where taking care of each other is critical to taking care of oneself.

Interested in joining our community? Jump in: swimohio.net | Email us: [email protected]

ID: Series of images with aqua bubble accents. Image text is the same as the post text.