VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - Social media is one of the top sources of information and news for many, especially millenials and Gen-Z.
The City of Valdosta is partnering with Valdosta State University for some social media advice. They’re looking to enhance their public safety social media accounts, and find more effective ways to reach people.
VSU students are getting hands-on experience this semester. The social media class is working with Valdosta fire and police departments to create a social media strategy plan.
It’s a community project and collaborative effort to find the best ways to keep people informed.
“Social media is so prevalent now,” said Taylor Gudzack, who’s helping with this project.
Gudzack said it’s important for their education too.
The students will be getting access to all the data from the social accounts.
They will be analyzing and learning more about the audience and how to better communicate.
Gabrielle Lamura, another student, said the information posted on these accounts is crucial for everyone.
“It’s so important. Especially for the firefighters and police officers, they can’t necessarily spread the word individually as quickly as social media does,” said Lamura.
Whether these departments are trying to notify the public about emergencies, share crime tips, or any news, most people have a smartphone, making access to information easier to get and sent quicker.
" I feel like it’ll help us target a certain demographic that we’re trying to reach and give...
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