diff --git a/src/app/apply/page.tsx b/src/app/apply/page.tsx
index b6d620f..f318cb7 100644
--- a/src/app/apply/page.tsx
+++ b/src/app/apply/page.tsx
@@ -97,7 +97,7 @@ export default function ApplyPage() {
             { text: "Explore Pathways", href: "/dashboard" },
           ]}
           buttonAnimation="slide-up"
-          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/a-modern-clean-software-dashboard-interf-1773250849099-10ed5b37.png"
+          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/a-modern-clean-software-dashboard-interf-1773250849099-10ed5b37.png?_wi=2"
           imageAlt="EmpowerEd Career Dashboard"
           mediaAnimation="blur-reveal"
           imagePosition="right"
@@ -191,7 +191,7 @@ export default function ApplyPage() {
 
       <div id="footer" data-section="footer">
         <FooterMedia
-          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/a-vibrant-inspiring-image-showing-a-dive-1773250847355-68269ffe.png"
+          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/a-vibrant-inspiring-image-showing-a-dive-1773250847355-68269ffe.png?_wi=2"
           imageAlt="EmpowerEd Community"
           logoText="EmpowerEd"
           copyrightText="© 2025 EmpowerEd | Empowering the Next Generation of Professionals"
diff --git a/src/app/dashboard/page.tsx b/src/app/dashboard/page.tsx
index c7c2f4e..838816c 100644
--- a/src/app/dashboard/page.tsx
+++ b/src/app/dashboard/page.tsx
@@ -80,7 +80,7 @@ export default function DashboardPage() {
           ]}
           metricsAnimation="slide-up"
           useInvertedBackground={true}
-          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/an-interactive-career-finder-tool-interf-1773250847547-1623c8ae.png"
+          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/an-interactive-career-finder-tool-interf-1773250847547-1623c8ae.png?_wi=2"
           imageAlt="Career Finder Interactive Tool"
           mediaAnimation="blur-reveal"
         />
@@ -100,27 +100,27 @@ export default function DashboardPage() {
             {
               id: "1",              name: "Sarah Chen",              handle: "@sarahtech",              testimonial:
                 "EmpowerEd helped me discover my passion for cybersecurity. The structured pathway and mentor support made me job-ready in 14 months. I'm now working at a Fortune 500 tech company.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250847692-d5e012d1.png",              imageAlt: "Sarah Chen"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250847692-d5e012d1.png?_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Sarah Chen"},
             {
               id: "2",              name: "Marcus Johnson",              handle: "@marcusdata",              testimonial:
                 "The data science pathway was exactly what I needed. Real-world projects, industry certifications, and direct access to hiring managers. My starting salary exceeded my expectations.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846533-4614d9aa.png",              imageAlt: "Marcus Johnson"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846533-4614d9aa.png?_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Marcus Johnson"},
             {
               id: "3",              name: "Alex Rodriguez",              handle: "@alexcloud",              testimonial:
                 "Coming from a non-tech background, EmpowerEd's step-by-step approach made cloud computing accessible. The community support kept me motivated throughout the program.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846737-d00b1a21.png",              imageAlt: "Alex Rodriguez"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846737-d00b1a21.png?_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Alex Rodriguez"},
             {
               id: "4",              name: "Jordan Kim",              handle: "@jordanai",              testimonial:
                 "The AI & Machine Learning pathway opened doors I didn't know existed. My mentor helped me navigate complex concepts and land internships that turned into full-time offers.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846520-c2dc817c.png",              imageAlt: "Jordan Kim"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846520-c2dc817c.png?_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Jordan Kim"},
             {
               id: "5",              name: "Sophia Patel",              handle: "@sophiaconsulting",              testimonial:
                 "EmpowerEd's consulting pathway combined business strategy with leadership development. I feel genuinely prepared for my role at a top consulting firm.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846768-87fdea01.png",              imageAlt: "Sophia Patel"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846768-87fdea01.png?_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Sophia Patel"},
             {
               id: "6",              name: "David Lee",              handle: "@davidfinance",              testimonial:
                 "The finance pathway provided industry certifications and connections. EmpowerEd's network of employers made my job search efficient and successful.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250847923-4eb9cf1b.png",              imageAlt: "David Lee"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250847923-4eb9cf1b.png?_wi=2",              imageAlt: "David Lee"},
           ]}
           speed={40}
         />
@@ -145,7 +145,7 @@ export default function DashboardPage() {
 
       <div id="footer" data-section="footer">
         <FooterMedia
-          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/a-vibrant-inspiring-image-showing-a-dive-1773250847355-68269ffe.png"
+          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/a-vibrant-inspiring-image-showing-a-dive-1773250847355-68269ffe.png?_wi=3"
           imageAlt="EmpowerEd Community"
           logoText="EmpowerEd"
           copyrightText="© 2025 EmpowerEd | Empowering the Next Generation of Professionals"
diff --git a/src/app/page.tsx b/src/app/page.tsx
index a05fe71..49cb899 100644
--- a/src/app/page.tsx
+++ b/src/app/page.tsx
@@ -102,7 +102,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
             { text: "Explore Pathways", href: "/pathways" },
           ]}
           buttonAnimation="slide-up"
-          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/a-modern-clean-software-dashboard-interf-1773250849099-10ed5b37.png"
+          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/a-modern-clean-software-dashboard-interf-1773250849099-10ed5b37.png?_wi=1"
           imageAlt="EmpowerEd Career Dashboard"
           mediaAnimation="blur-reveal"
           imagePosition="right"
@@ -158,27 +158,27 @@ export default function HomePage() {
             {
               id: "1",              name: "Sarah Chen",              handle: "@sarahtech",              testimonial:
                 "EmpowerEd helped me discover my passion for cybersecurity. The structured pathway and mentor support made me job-ready in 14 months. I'm now working at a Fortune 500 tech company.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250847692-d5e012d1.png",              imageAlt: "Sarah Chen"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250847692-d5e012d1.png?_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Sarah Chen"},
             {
               id: "2",              name: "Marcus Johnson",              handle: "@marcusdata",              testimonial:
                 "The data science pathway was exactly what I needed. Real-world projects, industry certifications, and direct access to hiring managers. My starting salary exceeded my expectations.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846533-4614d9aa.png",              imageAlt: "Marcus Johnson"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846533-4614d9aa.png?_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Marcus Johnson"},
             {
               id: "3",              name: "Alex Rodriguez",              handle: "@alexcloud",              testimonial:
                 "Coming from a non-tech background, EmpowerEd's step-by-step approach made cloud computing accessible. The community support kept me motivated throughout the program.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846737-d00b1a21.png",              imageAlt: "Alex Rodriguez"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846737-d00b1a21.png?_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Alex Rodriguez"},
             {
               id: "4",              name: "Jordan Kim",              handle: "@jordanai",              testimonial:
                 "The AI & Machine Learning pathway opened doors I didn't know existed. My mentor helped me navigate complex concepts and land internships that turned into full-time offers.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846520-c2dc817c.png",              imageAlt: "Jordan Kim"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846520-c2dc817c.png?_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Jordan Kim"},
             {
               id: "5",              name: "Sophia Patel",              handle: "@sophiaconsulting",              testimonial:
                 "EmpowerEd's consulting pathway combined business strategy with leadership development. I feel genuinely prepared for my role at a top consulting firm.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846768-87fdea01.png",              imageAlt: "Sophia Patel"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250846768-87fdea01.png?_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Sophia Patel"},
             {
               id: "6",              name: "David Lee",              handle: "@davidfinance",              testimonial:
                 "The finance pathway provided industry certifications and connections. EmpowerEd's network of employers made my job search efficient and successful.",              imageSrc:
-                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250847923-4eb9cf1b.png",              imageAlt: "David Lee"},
+                "https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/professional-headshot-photograph-of-a-co-1773250847923-4eb9cf1b.png?_wi=1",              imageAlt: "David Lee"},
           ]}
           speed={40}
         />
@@ -197,7 +197,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
           ]}
           metricsAnimation="slide-up"
           useInvertedBackground={true}
-          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/an-interactive-career-finder-tool-interf-1773250847547-1623c8ae.png"
+          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/an-interactive-career-finder-tool-interf-1773250847547-1623c8ae.png?_wi=1"
           imageAlt="Career Finder Interactive Tool"
           mediaAnimation="blur-reveal"
         />
@@ -220,7 +220,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
 
       <div id="footer" data-section="footer">
         <FooterMedia
-          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/a-vibrant-inspiring-image-showing-a-dive-1773250847355-68269ffe.png"
+          imageSrc="https://webuild-dev.s3.eu-north-1.amazonaws.com/users/user_3AoEwntYSqcxd29i4pDUgVOMoQq/a-vibrant-inspiring-image-showing-a-dive-1773250847355-68269ffe.png?_wi=1"
           imageAlt="EmpowerEd Community"
           logoText="EmpowerEd"
           copyrightText="© 2025 EmpowerEd | Empowering the Next Generation of Professionals"