PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK

Celebrated the first week of May since 1985, Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW), is time set aside to honor the men and women who serve our nation as federal, state, county and local government employees.

Throughout the country, celebrations include proclamations, award ceremonies and special tribute events; and citizens pause to think about the value of public service and say thank you. Here’s a link to the message from First Lady Michelle Obama for 2011’s Public Service Recognition Week: http://vimeo.com/23158397

The San Francisco Bay Area FEB typically holds the Federal Employee of the Year Awards luncheon during Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW). In 2011, the FEB kicked off its new Facebook page during Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW), with the stories of our agencies’ involvement in their communities.

Public servants deserve our thanks throughout the year and we invite you to continue honoring them for the work they do each and every day. Ideas range from sending messages of thanks to holding appreciation events to highlighting employee accomplishments on your website or newsletter. For additional suggestions, please download the Partnership for Public Service’s How to Celebrate Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW) Guide. We look forward to celebrating with you again during May 6-12, 2012.