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

Amidst the ever-scrolling memes and viral videos, it’s easy to perceive social media management as just a “fun job.” And while, yes, working in social can be fun–it’s also so much more than that for those responsible for managing the digital presence of government agencies. 

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Looking for the latest government social media training? Want to meet fellow professionals who work in the same niche field as you do? You’ve come to the right blog!

We have great virtual events coming up in October 2023 that can get you training to do your job best while also getting you connected with your socialgov support system. Whether you become a member of the GSM professional...

The Call for Speakers for the 2024 Government Social Media Conference is officially open! 

Learn more and submit your proposal by 11:59 p.m. PT Wednesday, October 25, 2023, to share your expertise at the largest social media conference for government agencies. Hybrid GSMCON2024 will be held in-person in Palm Springs, California, April 16-18, 2024, with both in-person and virtual tickets...

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

Being new to any job or industry can be overwhelming, especially in a specific niche like government social media. This world of government social media is incredibly unique and comes with very specific challenges that often can’t be quickly or clearly solved by your favorite search engine. And,...

This blog has been updated (Dec. 18, 2023) to include information on Regular Registration for GSMCON2024.

Are you wondering what the hybrid 2024 Government Social Media Conference looks like? Not sure which ticket is best for you? Let’s take a look at the in-person vs. virtual experiences and how you can make the experience exactly what you need to succeed!

GSMCON — the largest...

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 and relatable online personalities as part of their social media strategy. From nationwide pages with millions of followers like the National Park Service to hyper-specific pages like the Northeast...

The Government Social Media Conference is the largest social media conference for government, where attendees from across the U.S. and around the world can expect a unique experience not found anywhere else.

For GSMCON2024, we’re excited to bring the event to Palm Springs, California for the first time! Happening April 16-18, 2024, we’re expecting an unforgettable event held in...

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 content for — or be mindful of — for your government social media accounts. 

We also put together a free, downloadable resource of observed days for 2023! Download our 2023...

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

Putting into words how impactful GSMCON2023 was for me is difficult to do. 

As a major government social media nerd, I knew that I’d have a blast at the conference. I was actually called “Leslie Knope” a few times, which is hands down the best compliment I could ever receive. 

But, what I...

With the 2023 Government Social Media Conference just less than 30 days away, more than 1,200 in-person attendees and virtual participants are getting ready to meet for the premier social media event for government agencies.

Over 40 speakers are teaching the latest best practices, pro tips and tangible takeaways on topics that matter most to attendees, including accessibility, First Amendment,...