News Updates

GeorgiaForward’s signature leadership program brings together rising talent to address complex issues facing Athens-Clarke County.

On Tuesday, August 12, 2025, cities across Georgia and the nation will once again join in a fun, light-hearted tradition that puts public service—and the people behind it—front and center.

The world’s largest sporting event is coming to Georgia, creating unprecedented opportunities for communities statewide to showcase southern hospitality on a global stage.  

Earlier this year, legislation was passed allowing COVID-19 death claims involving public safety officers to be submitted to the Georgia Public Officers Indemnification Fund. Survivors can file claims for COVID-related deaths that occurred before April 15, 2022.

Before an engaged audience of city officials during GMA’s 2025 Annual Convention, the leaders of GMA and the National League of Cities discussed ongoing federal policy challenges and the power of collective, city-focused advocacy.