Contributed by Frances La Rue, Awards Committee Co-Chair & Southwest Council Representative, and Angela Ramirez, Awards Committee Co-Chair & Midwest Council Representative

The 2025 Golden Post Awards entry period is officially open! If you’ve done standout work in government social media, this is your chance to get recognized. Submitting an entry isn’t just about...

Tickets are selling fast for GSMCON2025! After 2024’s event ticket sell-out, make sure you secure your spot today. Register during Regular Registration to save the most and guarantee your place at the premier event for government social media professionals.

Does your agency have standout social media achievements to celebrate? Are you driving innovation and success on key platforms while...

What observances should be on your radar this month for your government social media strategy?
We’ve rounded up key days happening in February 2025 to help inspire content ideas or remind you of topics that may impact your audience. Whether you’re planning posts to join the conversation or simply want to stay mindful, this resource is a great place to start.

But why stop at February?...

Tickets are selling fast for GSMCON2025! After 2024’s event ticket sell-out, make sure you secure your spot today. Register during Regular Registration to save the most and guarantee your place at the premier event for government social media professionals.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way we work, connect, and communicate—and government agencies are no...

It’s a new year and short-form video continues to dominate on social media. This popular video format is often linked with shorter attention spans, so use these links to jump ahead to recommendations on how to optimize your agency’s videos on the leading short-form video platforms: Instagram Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts.

Need help sizing your still images or graphics?...

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

It’s 2025, and this year is all about you! Whether you’re looking to deepen your knowledge, upskill, build your resume, or showcase your expertise, now is the perfect time to invest in yourself. For social media professionals—especially those of us working in the government space—staying...

Getting your social media image sizes right matters for your government accounts. We've gathered the latest updates and best practices to ensure your visuals shine across the most popular platforms in 2025!

Please keep in mind that as social networks evolve, their tools, features, and display formats could change without notice. 

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

As government social media managers, we have a responsibility to ensure everyone in our communities can access the vital information we share. Accessibility isn’t just a legal checkbox—it’s about fostering inclusion and trust. When we prioritize accessibility, we’re sending a clear...

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 December 2024 you might want to consider building content for — or be mindful of — for your government social media accounts.

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Tickets are selling fast for GSMCON2025! After 2024’s event ticket sell-out, make sure you secure your spot today. If you missed registering during our Early-Bird sale, you can still get your ticket at a reduced price during Regular Registration–register now to save while guaranteeing your spot at the premier event for government social media professionals.

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