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Using humor in government social media: 5 tips to dip your toes in safely Sep 12, 2023

Contributed blog by Sawyer Johnson, Communications and Outreach Analyst for the City of Grand Rapids, MI Parks and Recreation Department

A growing number of government agencies are leaning into humor...

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June 2023 observance calendar roundup May 23, 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 June 2023 you might want to consider building co...

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May 2023 observance calendar roundup Apr 25, 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 May 2023 you might want to consider building con...

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Grab a sandwich and scroll! Catch up on the latest social media trends Apr 11, 2023

Contributed blog by Ariana Donley, Social Media Manager at Government Social Media

If your FYP is anything like mine, capybaras and Pedro Pascal may have taken over your social media news feeds for a...

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GSMCON2023 registration ending! Tickets close April 21, 27 Apr 07, 2023

Don’t wait a moment longer to get your ticket to the premier social media event for government agencies! Tickets for the 2023 Government Social Media Conference close after April 21, 2023 (or sold out...

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Why aren’t my videos getting any views? Engaging short-form video tips for government accounts Apr 04, 2023

Contributed blog by Angie Ramirez, Freelance Writer at Government Social Media

Video is a powerful storytelling tool and one of the most-consumed forms of content online. Since the launch of Snapchat...

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GSMCON2023 keynote: Meta returns virtually to the general session stage! Mar 29, 2023

GSMCON2023 is happening May 2-4, 2023 both online and in person in Reno-Tahoe, Nevada. Register now before the deadline to purchase tickets closes!

What’s the latest news from Meta that affects gover...

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April 2023 observance calendar roundup Mar 28, 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 April 2023 you might want to consider building c...

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Congrats! Golden Post Awards finalists announced Mar 17, 2023

We’re extremely proud to officially announce the finalists for the 2023 Golden Post Awards!

Thank you to all finalists and entrants who submitted their agency’s best work into this year’s awards prog...

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New GSMCON2023 keynote: What’s the key to increasing followers? Mar 16, 2023

GSMCON2023 is happening May 2-4, 2023 both online and in person in Reno-Tahoe, Nevada. Register now before our extended regular registration discount ends after Friday, March 24, 2023!

Government soc...

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NATO joins GSMCON2023 keynote lineup! Measuring what matters most Feb 02, 2023

We’re welcoming the North Atlantic Treaty Organization back to this year’s Government Social Media Conference!

Franky Saegerman, a Digital Analyst in the Information Environment Assessment team in th...

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February 2023 socialgov training: Live webinars & GSMChat Jan 31, 2023

Mark your calendars! There are exciting socialgov-specific webinars and chats coming up in February 2023 you won’t want to miss.

These upcoming completely virtual government social media events are s...

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January 2022 observance calendar roundup Dec 17, 2021

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 January you might want to build content for — or...

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Reasons you need to take long-term social media service seriously Dec 15, 2021

Contributed blog by Russel Lolacher, Director of Web and Social Media Services for the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and author of the Relationships at Work blog

74% of Millennials...

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This struggle is felt by many social media professionals Dec 13, 2021

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What struggle edged out figuring out how to measure social media ROI as the top challenge faced by government agencies when it comes to social media? According to Hootsuite’s 2021 s...

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Start 2022 strong: Events & resources for government social media professionals Dec 13, 2021

With a new year beginning in just a few short weeks, start thinking now about how you can set yourself up for success in 2022 as a government social media professional.

No matter if you’re just start...

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