Government Social Media Blog

September is a great time to reset and refocus—and your content calendar is no exception. From awareness campaigns to lighthearted observances, this month’s roundup is full of opportunities to inform,...

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

Search engine optimization (SEO) isn’t just for websites anymore.

With social networks allowing search engines to ...

She turned a reel about mussels into 15,000 views—and it’s just one reason she’s a socialgov star.

Meet Jameil Weldon, the Social Media Manager for Mecklenburg County, NC and the Golden Post Awards...

End the summer with discussions that will give you the hacks, tools and latest updates to make your life as a socialgov easier! These events are all available for FREE to give you what you need to suc...

August might be the last full month of summer, but that doesn’t mean your content can’t still sizzle.

This month offers a mix of powerful observances and lighthearted holidays to help you connect wit...

Can you believe we are halfway through 2025? Now’s the perfect time to recharge your strategy and refocus your energy for the second half of the year.

Get energized and empowered for the second half ...

Summer is in full swing, and so are opportunities to create timely, engaging posts that connect with your community. From meaningful observances to fun social holidays, July’s lineup is packed with wa...

Bookmark this page for updates! This post will be your one-stop resource for all things GSMCON2026—from speaker reveals and agenda updates to behind-the-scenes sneak peeks and insider details.

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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 communit...

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

“No one has ever complained that a text was too easy to understand.” - Hoa Loranger 

In government social media, w...

You’re already doing great work. We’re here to help make it unstoppable.

For socialgovs who are ready to go beyond the basics, we’re bringing back our highly rated Masterclass! This July, get ready f...

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...

Ready to heat up your content calendar?

June is full of opportunities to celebrate, connect, and spotlight the communities you serve. From major national observances to niche days with creative poten...

Registration officially closes for the 2025 Government Social Media Conference after May 9, 2025. This is your mission-critical opportunity to get the training, strategy, and support you need to lead ...

Registration officially closes for the 2025 Government Social Media Conference after May 9, 2025. This is your mission-critical opportunity to get the training, strategy, and support you need to lead ...

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

It’s a magical May as we celebrate our 10th anniversary of the Government Social Media Conference! 

GSMCON2025 isn’...