Posts by Jackie Latham
Do you actually need a new website?
It’s very common for organisations to feel uncertain about what their website needs, or even whether it needs anything at all. Some people come to me with an existing site that feels fragile, outdated, or difficult to manage. Others don’t have a website yet and are trying to work out what is genuinely necessary, and…
Read MoreFinal Offer: Just for My Existing Clients
As July comes to a close, so does my 10-year anniversary giveaway campaign — and I just want to say a big fat thank you. Over the past month, I’ve shared nine carefully chosen offers to mark ten years of Jackdaw Web Design. This week, I’ll make that 10. Each one was designed to help…
Read MoreNot sure what’s working on your website? Try one of these free reviews
If you’re not sure whether your website still does what you need it to, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re wondering: Is it still fit for purpose? Is it accessible enough? Why has the contact form gone quiet? As part of my 10th anniversary celebrations, I’m offering three free ways to review how your website is…
Read MoreTemplate website vs bespoke build. Which is right for you?
When it’s time to create a new website for your charity, not-for-profit or ethical business, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to go for a template-based website or a bespoke build. Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer – it depends on your goals, budget, and how much control or flexibility you need, so…
Read MoreThinking of changing web support provider? Now’s the time.
If your current website support feels unreliable, unresponsive, or just a bit too vague, you’re not alone. Over the past 10 years, I’ve heard the same stories again and again: “We haven’t heard from our developer in months.” “We don’t know who’s looking after the site.” “We just need someone who explains things properly.” That’s…
Read More10 Years of Jackdaw: Celebrating with 10 Website Giveaways
This July marks 10 years since I launched Jackdaw Web Design. When I moved from a career in corporate IT into life as a self-employed web designer my goal was simply to make enough money to live my best life. I didn’t want to rule the world of web design, I just wanted to give…
Read MoreCelebrating 10 Years of Jackdaw Web Design
Next month marks ten years since I launched Jackdaw Web Design, and I’m celebrating with a series of ten themed offers, released throughout July. This isn’t just about marking an anniversary, it’s about saying thank you to the brilliant charities, social enterprises and small businesses I’ve worked with over the years, and offering something genuinely…
Read MoreWhy I created a template website package for charities and value-led small businesses
Over the last nine years, I’ve worked with dozens of charities, community groups, and ethical small businesses to build accessible, bespoke websites. It’s work I’m proud of – supporting organisations doing good in the world and making sure their websites are clear, inclusive, and easy to manage. But over the last year or so, something’s…
Read MoreHow to make your website accessible to people who use screen readers
Usually when we think about digital accessibility it’s in terms of blind people who simply can’t see the screen. These people (and others with problems such as severe dyslexia or poor literacy) will use a screen reader to help with this. But screen readers aren’t human – they can only read the written words on…
Read MoreWhat makes great charity website design?
And is it any different to design for a commercial organisation? Well, yes and no. ‘No’ because the fundamentals of good website design are the same across the board. But ‘yes’, because charities have a different target market who generally are looking for support and information rather than goods or services to buy, so the…
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