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 an unusual amount of time; however, those weren’t the only trends that have dominated the online social scene lately. Let’s get caught up together! 

Note: This blog is part of a...

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) for in-person tickets and April 27, 2023 for virtual tickets. Here’s how to get your ticket now.

What is GSMCON2023? It’s the best learning and networking experience...

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,...

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 in 2011 and Vine in 2013, the way we watch videos has drastically changed. While videos used to be made for TV and PCs, they're now being watched on mobile devices, on the go. 

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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 government social media professionals? 

At the 2023 Government Social Media Conference, in-person attendees and virtual participants will hear directly from Carlin Daharsh, External Affairs...

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 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...

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 program. The Golden Post Awards recognizes outstanding use of social media by government agencies in the United States.

Congratulations to the 2023 Golden Post Awards finalists!

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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 social media professionals know it’s crucial to truly connect with your audiences and the people in your community. But, what’s the key to increasing followers and continually connecting...

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

In case you missed it, Twitter has been undergoing a few changes recently. 

Since purchasing Twitter in late 2022, Elon Musk dissolved Twitter's board of directors, launched Twitter Blue, sparked a mass resignation that shut down offices, and inspired the #RIPTwitter trending hashtag as users everywhere wondered...

Regular registration for the 2023 Government Social Media Conference is extended by one week! This is your last chance to save the most on your GSMCON2023 ticket before prices increase. Get your ticket by 11:59 p.m. PT Friday, March 24, 2023 to get your regular registration discount.

We can’t wait to meet in-person attendees and virtual participants for GSMCON2023, the premier social...