At CauseLabs, we know accessible design shouldn’t be a guessing game. For years designers have relied on contrast checkers that tell you whether a color combination passes or fails accessibility standards (like WCAG’s 4.5:1 contrast ratio for text) because roughly 2.2 billion people experience some type of visual impairment. Our owner, Michael Gillihan, got tired […]
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How do you design websites for a global audience?
At CauseLabs our approach to designing for a global audience begins with listening. Language and culture shape how people interpret content on a page. We study regional behaviors, accessibility needs, and emotional cues before we sketch a layout. We build flexible content systems that support translation, right to left reading, local idioms, and imagery that […]
4 Crucial Methods Small Businesses Can Use to Evaluate Website Performance
As a business owner, I sometimes forget about my website and website performance. It is crucial to my business, but if it’s not in crisis, then it’s not top of mind. And I’m a website agency owner! But that’s just it; as an owner, I have a lot of other things on my plate. That’s […]
A Case Study: Dealing with Data Breaches and Malicious Actors
When auditing a website that was behind on updates, we discovered a data breach where at least one malicious actor had accessed one of the servers powering the platform, exfiltrating data stored within that environment. We worked with the company and several third-party partners to immediately assess the situation at a deeper level. This involved […]
Why We Prefer WordPress for Content Management
As a web agency, CauseLabs works with WordPress for Content Management for a variety of reasons. We’ve made this decision for both internal efficiencies as well as external long-term value for our clients. Choosing a content management system (CMS) like WordPress or Squarespace for your website often comes down to what has been presented, the […]
Recession Proofing Your Nonprofit Website
Nonprofit organizations have always played a crucial role in our society, and the looming recession makes their work more important than ever. In the current climate, it’s essential to find ways to increase your organization’s financial sustainability, and one of the most critical steps you can take is to optimize your website for maximum impact. […]
Top 5 Video Hosting Solutions For Your Nonprofit Website
Videos have become an integral part of any nonprofit website project. Videos help tell stories, showcase impact, and engage with supporters in a meaningful way. However, finding the right video hosting solution to integrate into your website can be a challenging task, as it can be costly and time-consuming. Self-hosting your video content can have […]
Leadership in the Land of Urgency: Risk Mitigation vs. Risk Response
Welcome to the land of urgency, where leaders constantly navigate risks and uncertainties. In this fast-paced world, leaders often face the dilemma of choosing between risk mitigation and risk response. While both approaches are critical in managing risks, finding the right balance can be challenging. It can be easy to fall into the trap of […]