Submit your Proposal for NAGC Communications School 2027!

You're invited to present at NAGC's Communications School! This opportunity provides invaluable networking opportunities and practical educational sessions to help government communicators like you increase their skills. 

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DEADLINE: Submit your proposal for an in-person 2.5 hour Immersive Workshop presentation or a 60-minute Breakout session presentation by September 29th to be considered.

NAGC is interested in speakers from all levels of government and sessions for all levels of professional experience. Please note we are limiting the number of submissions to three per person. Any submissions beyond three will not be considered.

The Theme for Communications School 2027 is:  

Shaping What’s Next in Government Communications: 50 Years and Beyond.

  • AI & the Future of Public Information (content creation, deepfakes, misinformation, maintain human voice)

  • The Impact of Comms Role (leadership, managing up, executive presence, strategic partnerships)

  • Analytics (how to build and understand data, and why it matters)

  • Internal Communications (organizational change, culture)

Proposals that closely align with the theme will be given additional consideration.

In response to attendee feedback, we’re expanding from a two‑day program to a full three‑day conference—now with immersive workshops built directly into the standard registration. What was once a separate pre‑conference add‑on is now included, giving all participants greater access to hands‑on learning and practical skill‑building.

To help support this enhanced experience and rising production costs, accepted speakers will receive a significantly discounted registration rate of $750. This special rate offers meaningful savings compared to the full attendee fee and ensures speakers can enjoy the complete conference—from workshops to keynotes to networking—while effectively receiving their presentation day at no cost.

We look forward to hearing from you!  Questions?  Email us at info@nagc.com

Prior to starting an Entry Submission, you need to first create an account.

  • If you entered a proposal for a workshop or breakout session last year, you can use your existing username and password.
  • If you entered a submission for the Blue Pencil and Gold Screen Awards in a previous year, you can use your existing username and password.
  • This is a different platform than the NAGC website, so you will not be able to log-in with your current NAGC username and password (unless you have already set up a profile on this portal with the same credentials) 
  • You can create a new account by clicking the 'My Account' tab along the top.

Are you Interested in Reviewing Proposals?

We value your expertise! Apply to be a reviewer for Communications School proposals. 

Click here to access the reviewer application form.

 

 

 

Important Dates:

 

2027 Communications School

May 12-14, 2027

Austin, TX

 

Submissions Open:

08-19-2026

Submission Deadline:

09-29-2026