AIGI (Australian Indigenous Governance Institute) supports Indigenous self-determination by strengthening community governance across Australia. Their existing website wasn't serving their important mission—heavy text content was hard to navigate, and the design felt disconnected from their cultural values and important work.
I worked closely with the AIGI team to create a website that honors Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture while making their knowledge and training resources accessible to everyone.
This wasn't just a typical redesign—it required deep cultural respect and understanding. I followed culturally appropriate design guidelines and worked directly with the AIGI team to ensure every decision supported Indigenous storytelling and values while delivering clarity for all users.
AIGI's content is detailed and important—we couldn't just cut it down. Instead, I restructured how it's presented. Clear headings, scannable sections, and strategic white space make dense information feel approachable. Users can find what they need without getting overwhelmed by walls of text.
The site serves diverse communities, including older users and people with different reading needs. I built in adjustable text sizing that lets users make fonts bigger or smaller without breaking the layout. Simple but crucial for making the content accessible to everyone.
Many of AIGI's images are historically and culturally significant but low resolution. Rather than replace them, I designed flexible banner components that work with any image quality. Visual layering and respectful framing make even pixelated photos feel dignified and important.
The new website serves as a respectful digital platform for AIGI's mission. Community members can easily find training resources and governance support, while the design honors Indigenous culture and values. The improved accessibility means more people can engage with AIGI's important work. Most importantly, it feels like a space that truly represents and respects the communities it serves.
I’m a Digital Product Designer based in Melbourne, with a focus on crafting functional, intuitive experiences across web and mobile platforms. I bring ideas to life through user-centered design, blending UX, UI, and front-end to create digital products that are both usable and scalable. I’m passionate about design systems, accessibility, and solving real-world problems through thoughtful design.