Drupal in Government

The deadline to apply for the Drupal GovCon 2025 travel scholarship is Friday, June 13. Applicants must submit their forms by 11:59 p.m. EST to be considered. Recipients will be required to volunteer during the event, held August 14–15 at the University of Maryland College Park. ...more

Jacob Rockowitz presented a Drupal4Gov webinar showing how ChatGPT and Schema.org Blueprints support structured content in Drupal. The session demonstrated AI-assisted workflows for developing API-ready, SEO-friendly government websites. ...more

Drupal GovCon 2025, taking place from 13–15 August 2025 at the Stamp Student Union in College Park, Maryland, has opened its Call for Speakers. Session proposals focusing on digital transformation, security, accessibility, and open-source innovation are due by 16 May 2025. Full details are available at drupalgovcon.org. ...more

From Tamil Nadu to Nagaland, official websites of various Indian states are turning to Drupal for its power, flexibility, and cost-saving open-source model. Discover how this CMS is driving digital public services across the country. ...more

Why do governments trust Drupal? Emble breaks down how its accessibility, security, and scalability make it the CMS of choice for high-stakes public platforms, backed by real-world success stories. ...more

Robin Galipeau, Managing Partner at OpenPlus.ca, urges the Canadian government to reduce reliance on U.S.-based proprietary software and invest in open-source solutions like Drupal. While several government sites use open-source platforms, www.canada.ca remains on Adobe AEM, raising security and economic concerns. Galipeau highlights the benefits of open-source, including transparency, cost savings, and digital sovereignty, and announces OpenPlus.ca’s $1 million pledge to support Canadian Digital Services in expanding open-source adoption. ...more

A recent OPTASY blog highlights the challenges of outdated government websites, which hinder citizen engagement and trust. It advocates for modern solutions like Drupal, AI chatbots, and unified login systems to enhance transparency and usability. A case study on the City of Hamilton showcases how a website redesign improved accessibility and public interaction. ...more

LocalGov Drupal is organizing two virtual community events on February 20, highlighting AI applications and technical discussions. The AI-focused meetup (2:00–3:00 PM) will feature lightning talks on integrating AI into council services, followed by a Tech Drop-in (3:00–4:00 PM) for open discussions on LocalGov Drupal and Microsites. Both Zoom sessions offer a chance to network, share knowledge, and collaborate. ...more

Annertech’s Local Government website has been named a finalist for Best in Universal Design at the 2025 Spiders Awards. Created in partnership with the Local Government Management Agency, the platform enhances accessibility and streamlines public services in Ireland. It is also in the running for a National Digital Award, showcasing its contribution to the country’s digital transformation. ...more

Drupal powers government websites worldwide, offering security, scalability, and multilingual support. From the White House to the City of Los Angeles, these platforms demonstrate Drupal’s reliability in handling high-traffic and data-sensitive digital services. ...more

LGD allows councils to share code, innovations, and best practices, ensuring faster and more cost-effective digital service delivery. ...more

The post outlines best practices for maximizing open-source benefits, such as contributing code back to projects, adhering to open standards, and prioritizing long-term value ...more