What will the hybrid 2023 Government Social Media Conference look like? All of us at Team GSM are hard at work behind-the-scenes planning a special hybrid event for both in-person and virtual attendees, making the 8th annual event the most accessible to all public communicators. 

GSMCON — the largest social media conference for government agencies — is happening May 2-4, 2023,...

What days should you keep in mind for your government social media content calendar? Here’s a helpful roundup of some of the observed days happening in August you might want to build content for — or be mindful of — for your government social media accounts. 

We also put together a free, downloadable resource of observed days for 2022! Download our 2022 Observance...

Are you interested in trying podcasting for your agency? Podcasting can be a great tool for government agencies to go in-depth into more complicated communications while also incorporating your agency’s voice and connecting with your audience through storytelling and compelling conversation.

If you’ve had questions about where to start, or even what equipment to use, we invite you...

The 2023 Government Social Media Conference is heading to Reno-Tahoe, Nevada, for our 8th annual GSMCON! Reno was ranked #1 out of the locations in our attendee survey, so we’re planning a special hybrid event where public sector communicators can meet together in person at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, NV or virtually from wherever you are. 

Save the date for Reno-Tahoe! 

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Are you new to the government social media profession? Have you been in this career and looking for new ways to connect with your fellow peers? No matter your situation, we’re happy to have you in this community! Getting involved and connecting with each other can be extremely useful to solve problems and celebrate wins, together. Here are a few ways you can get involved with your fellow...

What days should you keep in mind for your government social media content calendar? Here’s a helpful roundup of some of the observed days happening in July you might want to build content for — or be mindful of — for your government social media accounts. 

We also put together a free, downloadable resource of observed days for 2022! Download our 2022 Observance Calendar...

Are you using Canva to its full potential? Or, are you looking to incorporate Canva’s tools into your agency’s social media?

Happening in the GSM professional association at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET Tuesday, June 28, 2022, join Anndrea Harris, with the City of Wichita Falls, TX, for the top six hacks that'll help you use Canva like a pro. She’s covering the top tips and tricks...

Contributed blog by Ariana Donley, Web & Social Media Specialist at Government Social Media

The U.S. General Services Administration recently announced its free and popular URL shortening service go.USA.gov will sunset on September 18, 2022.

While the announcement of the service ending saddened many government social media professionals and prompted a discussion in the ...

What days should you keep in mind for your government social media content calendar? Here’s a helpful roundup of some of the observed days happening in June you might want to build content for — or be mindful of — for your government social media accounts. 

We also put together a free, downloadable resource of observed days for 2022! Download our 2022 Observance Calendar...

Contributed blog by Sarah Rihaly, Content Manager at Government Social Media

Tired of the same type of posts on your agency’s social media accounts? Whether it’s creative block, trouble getting approval for a new project or other potential roadblocks you face as a government social media professional, we have a quick list of ideas on how to spruce up your agency’s social media...