Contributed blog by Natasha Shahani, Content Specialist at Government Social Media

Things are heating up and our GSMCON attendees are coming in hot with ideas, tips and tricks they want to share with YOU. Whether you were able to join us for the event or not, this month’s Government Social Media Chat in the free GSM Network will provide an opportunity for everyone to hear the best takeaways from the leading event for government social media professionals!

Speaking of GSMCON, are you already excited to join us in 2026 in New Orleans? Sign up for our newsletter to make sure you get notified when registration open.

Here’s how to sign up for #GSMChat, meet with fellow socialgovs virtually, and get your RSVP in for these additional can’t-miss events:

Free GSM Network & GSMChat

The free GSM Network is where you’ll find a place to ask questions, share advice and genuinely meet fellow socialgovs working in public sector social media. While a lot of great collaboration happens publicly on the social networks, the GSM Network is created exclusively for full or part-time employees of government agencies and educational institutions.

A major benefit of joining the network is to participate in our bi-weekly Government Social Media Chats (#GSMChat), happening every other Thursday since 2015. You’ll meet with government social media professionals to discuss and share ideas with each other on different topics in a text-only chat. Recaps are available for most chats, too! Register & RSVP to attend chats in the free GSM Network.

Thursday, June 5, 10am PT / 1pm ET
#GSMChat: Best Takeaways from #GSMCON2025

We just wrapped up the 2025 Government Social Media Conference, the leading event for government social media professionals! Attendees went to 40+ sessions covering mission critical topics, heard directly from social networks, and gained real-world tools & support. In this special edition of #GSMChat, we’re sharing notes with anyone who could and could not attend. Join in to learn the tips and tricks that made the biggest impressions! RSVP now. 

GSM Association events

The Government Social Media Association unlocks a support system for government employees handling social media—and is one of the most economical memberships.

Members get access to at least one live webinar on the latest social media updates (with replays often available). Get online resources, access to regional groups, quarterly virtual regional meetups, extras at GSMCON, and more exciting perks.

Complete the application form & start viewing the member-only content today!

Throughout June & July 2025
Q2 Regional Meetups

Ever want to just chat with fellow socialgovs? That’s exactly what our quarterly Regional Meetups are for! Each region joins your council rep over Zoom to genuinely connect with people who actually understand the highs, lows, and constant curveballs of government social media. These open, casual conversations are a space to chat, brainstorm, and build connections.

Tuesday, June 17, 10am PT / 1pm ET
SocialGov Roundup

Webinars in this series are quick, to-the-point videos covering the latest features and news on major and emerging platforms—all from the perspective of how it's relevant to social media professionals in government. Meet with your co-hosts GSMA Council Representative Mikayla Moskov and Team GSM's Ariana Donley to get the latest news in under 30 minutes. RSVP in the Association. 

Even more downloads & other resources

Grab these free downloads and resources specific to socialgovs: 

• Sign up for our newsletter to get weekly socialgov-related tips in your inbox, event updates, and be the first to know more exciting training news.
• Looking for content ideas for your agency’s social media calendar? Download our yearly observance calendar roundup for some of the observances you might consider building content for—or be mindful of—for your government social media accounts.

• Browse the GSM blog to find helpful resources! 

Meet the Author

Natasha Shahani
Content Specialist - Government Social Media LLC

With eight years of government social media experience, Natasha joined Team GSM in 2025. 

Natasha graduated from Chapman University with a bachelor's degree in public relations & advertising and a minor in English. She has worked in PR and social media since 2011 and is looking forward to supporting the socialgov community. 

Natasha is a proud member of Alpha Gamma Delta and serves on the Board of Trustees for the Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation. 

When she is not working or volunteering, she spends time with her daughter, adventures around LA and watches Hallmark movies.