Welcome to government social media! Whether you’re new to government, dipping your toes into social media for your agency, or starting your journey in both, we’re excited to have you join our community of talented and dedicated public sector professionals.

Let us introduce ourselves—we’re Government Social Media® and we have been at the heart of the government social media space since its earliest days. Our passion is bringing social media professionals together because, even though it may feel like it at times, you are not alone. We’re here to empower you to achieve mastery in social media through conferences, online training, and association membership.

Check out these helpful resources on how to get support, get involved, and get connected today:

Summer Masterclass: Advanced Content Strategies

Most social media training is built for the private sector, but GSM Training is always focused on the unique challenges of government. That’s exactly why we're bringing back our online masterclasses! 

On July 10, 2025, join us virtually for an exclusive 3-hour deep-dive into a key social media topic tailored for government professionals. This interactive masterclass will provide advanced strategies, actionable insights, and real-world examples to help you elevate your agency’s social media presence.

Get notified when registration is officially open by joining our interest list today.

GSM Network - no cost to join!

Take a moment to join our free GSM Network to connect with thousands of fellow  government communicators to learn, collaborate, and level up your social media skills. Once you’re in, you’ll be able  to share advice, ask questions and connect with peers directly. 

You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in our bi-weely Government Social Media Chats. Happening since 2015, GSMChat is a text-based online meetup that focuses on specific topics and allows the community to connect and learn from one another. Don’t worry if you can’t attend them all, recaps are available! Here’s just a snapshot of some of the topics we cover every other week:

• Break the Algorithm! Organic Reach & Engagement Strategies
• Small Team, Limited Budget? Maximize Your Impact on Social!
• Crisis Comms Plan Essentials for SocialGov

GSM Association 

While our free GSM Network is a great resource, the Government Social Media Association (GSMA) unlocks a higher level of support.

 As the first professional association for public sector social media professionals, our purpose is to:

• Provide a network for government professionals to collaborate about social media
• Promote social media use in government
• Support professionalism, integrity and credibility in this field
• Establish best practice standards for social media use in government
• Meet educational needs for government social media training
• Facilitate communication between social networks and government

Membership benefits include educational webinars, quarterly virtual regional meetups, a gated online community network, GSMCON extras like free headshots with a professional photographer, and so much more.

Read our Membership Guidebook to learn about GSMA’s purpose, structure, and operations. One of the most economical associations you’ll find, GSMA membership is packed with significant value for you and your agency.

GSMCON - 2026 registration opens soon!

Of course we host the largest conference for socialgov! The Government Social Media Conference (#GSMCON®), is an opportunity for our community to be inspired, get reenergized, and learn how to be even more successful in this niche field. 

While we just finished up the 2025 event (just take a look at the fun we had below!), we’re already in the works of planning an amazing get together in New Orleans for GSMCON2026. More details on registration will be available soon!

GSMCON provides unparalleled access to experts, best practices, and tools that can help your agency thrive in the digital age. Whether it's learning how to handle social media during crises, engaging your community more effectively, or ensuring compliance with public record laws, the skills you gain will directly benefit your agency's public communication efforts.

Learn more about our annual event and sign-up for our newsletter to make sure you get notified when registration opens.

Even more free resources

• GSM Newsletters: Get weekly social media tips, GSM news and information about upcoming events directly in your inbox! Sign-up for one or all of our newsletters. 
• GSM Blog: Need a little inspiration or want to see what’s happening in the socialgov space? Our blog is accessible 24/7 and covers a variety of topics to help you succeed. Start reading. 
• GSM Observance Calendar: We’ve compiled a roundup of holidays and observances that you might build content for—or simply be mindful of—when planning your social media content calendar. Download it now. 
• GSM Private Facebook Group: If Facebook is your preferred way of networking, connect with us in our private group.