Over the past year the Minnesota Center Against Violence and Abuse (MINCAVA) has been working to redesign its MINCAVA Electronic Clearinghouse. Last year the center had over 6.8 million hits and 1.1 million user sessions. To ensure a high level of quality for all users, MINCAVA engaged them in an evaluation of their site focused on usability and accessibility and implemented most of the suggestions that were received. Here are some of the major changes to the site:

• Content will now be organized by BOTH topic and type of material, allowing users to find both the material they were looking for and other items similar to it.
• A spotlight section on the main page will highlight the latest developments in the field, exciting news and legislation, or other important information relating to violence and abuse.
• Improved search feature will help users find information faster.
• Updated look and logo will increase visual appeal and accessibility.

Come and help MINCAVA celebrate their newly designed Web site. They'll be hosting a party on Wednesday, April 9, from 1 to 2 p.m. in the Peters Hall Atrium to launch the new MINCAVA Electronic Clearinghouse. Come for food and fun with the MINCAVA staff, and to view the newly designed Web site.