The Embrace Civility program recognizes cities and organizations that have pledged to Embrace Civility.
Certification under this program is a way to recognize cities that have adopted principles and procedures that offer guidance on ethical issues, along with a mechanism to resolve complaints at the local level.
The Certified City of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging was created to recognize cities that adopt policies and practices promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging within their municipal government and community.
The Lifetime Service Award recognizes elected city officials, city managers, city clerks and city attorneys who, upon leaving office or retiring, had completed 35 or more years of service.
The GMA Municipal Government Hall of Fame recognizes current and former city officials who have made extraordinary contributions to their communities and actively participated in the Association.
The Visionary City Award honors cities that have created positive community change through effective civic engagement and collaboration.