ULAA Website Redesign: The Union of Liberian Associations in the Americas (ULAA) is a long-standing umbrella organization representing Liberians across the United States. Since its founding in 1974, ULAA has played a central role in uniting Liberians, advocating for community development, and preserving cultural identity. With decades of service, their online presence needed to reflect the modern voice of the association.
ULAA Website Redesign
Rebuilding a Legacy
Client
ULAA
Duration
1 Week
Industry
Organization
A Website Lost in Time
ULAA faced a significant technical setback during a server migration. In the process, the association lost access to their active website backup. The only available backup was more than seven years old, leaving ULAA with an outdated, broken website that no longer represented their mission, activities, or leadership.
The key challenges included:
- Outdated Design – A website that no longer resonates with today’s digital users.
- Limited Functionality – Missing features like event management, leadership showcase, and updated news.
- Poor User Experience – Not responsive on mobile and lacking intuitive navigation.
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Dependence on Plugins – The old setup relied heavily on multiple plugins, affecting speed and maintainability.
ULAA needed a complete redesign and rebuild, one that not only modernized the look but also provided a scalable foundation for future growth.
Redesigning with Purpose
MadeByDami stepped in to give ULAA a fresh, modern, and functional website that highlights their legacy while meeting today’s digital expectations.
Key steps in the redesign included:
- Custom Hero Slider with ACF & Elementor
Built a flexible slider system in the dashboard, allowing ULAA to update hero images and messages easily without depending on developers or heavy plugins. - Team Member Management with ACF
Created a structured post type for ULAA’s leadership and board of directors, giving them a professional, visually appealing showcase. - Event Post Type with Registration Support
Developed a custom events module where admins can add details like date, time, and location. Each event now has its own dedicated page, complete with registration options. - Modern, Responsive Design
Redesigned the entire website to be visually fresh, mobile-friendly, and aligned with ULAA’s identity as a leading community association. -
Performance Optimized
Reduced dependency on heavy plugins by leveraging ACF and Elementor loop capabilities. This ensured faster load times and a smoother browsing experience.
A Platform Ready for the Future
The new ULAA website is more than just a redesign; it’s a rebirth of their digital identity.
- A clean, modern design that reflects professionalism and cultural pride.
- Easy content management through custom post types.
- Improved user experience with fast load times and responsive layouts.
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An event system that promotes community engagement and participation.
Now, ULAA has a website that matches their role as a unifying force in the Liberian diaspora, accessible, modern, and future-ready.