Design
The design of the PFMSEA website is crafted to provide a professional and informative appearance, reflecting the organization’s mission to support press freedom:
- Modern and Clean Appearance: Using a color palette that reflects trust and professionalism, with simple and effective design elements.
- Clean and Structured Layout: Providing clear and intuitive navigation, allowing visitors to easily find reports, news, and resources.
Framework Used
We used Bootstrap as the primary framework to develop responsive and flexible page layouts:
- Bootstrap Framework: A powerful and flexible front-end framework for building responsive and adaptive layouts, ensuring a consistent appearance across various devices.
- Components and Grid System: Utilizing Bootstrap’s components and grid system to ensure design consistency and ease of development.
System Used
Drupal was chosen as the CMS platform to manage the dynamic and diverse content required by PFMSEA. Key features implemented include:
- Drupal CMS: Using Drupal to manage website content, including press freedom reports, news, and resources.
- Page Builder: A page builder feature that allows the PFMSEA team to easily create and arrange pages using a drag-and-drop interface without requiring extensive technical knowledge.
- Easy Content Management: A content management system that enables the team to easily update information, reports, and news.
- SEO and Analytics: Optimal SEO settings and integration with analytics tools to monitor site performance and enhance online visibility.
Additional Features
We also incorporated several additional features to enhance functionality and user experience:
- Press Freedom Reports: A section providing comprehensive reports on the state of press freedom in various Southeast Asian countries, with easily accessible and analyzable data.
- News and Articles: A section featuring the latest news, analytical articles, and opinions on press freedom issues in the region.
- Reviews: A page showcasing in-depth reviews from journalists and organizations that have collaborated with PFMSEA.
- Blog and Resources: A blog section containing informative articles on press freedom, tips for journalists, and additional resources to support their work.
- Contact Form: A user-friendly contact form to facilitate visitors in reaching out to PFMSEA with questions or special requests.