We partnered with the Micronutrient Forum to bring the Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies (HMHB) platform to life.
The goal was to create a digital experience that makes global health data more accessible, actionable, and easy to explore — particularly for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners working in maternal and child health.
From design to development, we built a platform that balances clarity with complexity — turning large, data-rich content into an intuitive and engaging experience powered by WordPress.
The Challenge
Global health initiatives often involve large datasets, multiple stakeholders, and diverse types of content.
The HMHB platform needed to:
Present complex global data in a clear, visual way
Allow users to explore information by country, topic, and intervention
Serve as both a data exploration tool and a knowledge resource
Remain flexible and easy to manage for non-technical teams
Most off-the-shelf solutions weren’t designed for this level of customization or interactivity — especially within WordPress.
The Approach
We focused on building a custom, modular WordPress solution that prioritizes usability, performance, and scalability.
Key principles included:
Translating complex data into intuitive interfaces
Creating reusable content structures
Designing for both exploration and discovery
Keeping the CMS simple for content managers
The result is a platform that feels seamless for users while remaining highly flexible behind the scenes.
Key Components
Interactive World Map
We developed a fully interactive global map that allows users to explore country-specific data and initiatives.
Features include:
Dynamic country selection with detailed overlays
Advanced filtering based on key indicators and categories
Clear visual hierarchy for quick understanding
Seamless integration with underlying content and data
This tool transforms static global data into an engaging, exploratory experience — helping users quickly find relevant insights by region.
Knowledge Hub
To complement the data visualization, we built a centralized Knowledge Hub to organize and surface critical resources.
Key functionality:
Structured content using custom post types and taxonomies
Filtering by topic, resource type, and themes
Clean, searchable interface for fast access
Flexible backend for ongoing content updates
The Knowledge Hub acts as a living library — making research, tools, and guidance easily accessible to a global audience.
Design & Development
Design
We created a clean, modern interface focused on clarity and accessibility:
Strong visual hierarchy for complex information
Thoughtful use of whitespace and typography
Consistent UI patterns across map and content areas
Designed for both desktop and mobile experiences
Development
Built entirely on WordPress with a custom approach:
Custom post types and taxonomies for structured data
Flexible content management for non-technical users
Performance-optimized front-end for interactive elements
