Meet Phionna
Hi, I’m Phionna - Chief Ninja and Co-founder of We Too! (Co-founder alongside the legend who started it all, Declan!).

I lead our brilliant Ninja team, dream up big inclusion ideas, build powerful partnerships across the city, and make sure accessibility isn’t an afterthought, it’s baked in from the start. You’ll usually find me at our Head Office in Amicable House, out delivering Relaxed Sessions, speaking at events, or passionately explaining (with enthusiastic hand gestures!) why inclusion makes everything better.

Why We Too!
We Too! was born from our family’s lived experience and a simple belief: families shouldn’t have to fight to belong. What began as one brave little magazine landing in 6,000 homes has grown into a full-blown inclusion movement - from Relaxed Sessions and Ninja HQ to leading accessibility at major festivals across the city. The best part of my role? Watching a child walk into a space unsure… and leave taller, braver and smiling.

Outside of We Too!, I’m with my family, chasing fresh air, refuelling with coffee, or plotting our next big idea.

For me, inclusion means designing spaces that work for real life - sensory needs, communication differences, wheelchairs, noise-sensitive ears and all. I want every family who connects with We Too! to feel seen, understood and completely welcome. No masks. No apologies. Just belonging.

Meet Jill
Hi, I’m Jill and I’m the Operations Ninja at We Too!, supporting the day-to-day running of the organisation. No two days are ever the same, which is one of the things I love most about the role. I work closely with the whole team, supporting projects, organising events, putting together Holiday Programmes and editing the We Too! Magazine. I enjoy turning sometimes bonkers ideas into reality and researching new activities that can be made accessible to everyone. You’ll usually find me in the office doing admin, but I also love being out and about at Relaxed Sessions and events, seeing families share in the fun.

Why We Too!
My connection to We Too! started long before I joined the team. When my now 13-year-old was just four, we attended the Not So Spooky Halloween party. From the moment we arrived, I felt instantly at ease. I finally understood what a truly relaxed event looked like and could see the positive impact it was having on families around us. That experience stayed with me and showed me just how special We Too! is. In 2019, the opportunity came up for me to become a Ninja and I’ve been lucky enough to be part of We Too! ever since, watching it grow as we’ve welcomed more Ninjas and more customers.

I’m a busy parent and carer and, when I’m not at work (or catching up on sleep!), I love taking my energetic spaniel out for long walks. I’ve always enjoyed being outdoors and having a dog more or less guarantees fresh air every day, whatever the weather. I’m very much led by the seasons and a bit faddy. In summer, I enjoy yoga and paddle boarding, and as the colder months arrive, I move firmly into a cheese board and red wine phase.

As a parent to an autistic teenager, I’ve always worried that my son might not be included or given the same opportunities in life. Everyone deserves to feel welcome, understood and able to be themselves, not just as individuals, but as families. I hope our customers feel this when they’re with We Too! and make lasting memories together.

Meet Doug
Hi, I’m Doug, the Distribution Ninja at We Too!.

My role involves distributing magazines, building Ninja kits and fixing just about anything that needs attention, from fairy lights at HQ to a broken sensory tent. I also help move ChillVille, sensory kits and Ninja kits for events. You’ll usually find me at Ninja HQ (sometimes), moving something from one place to another (often), at event information tables, or popping up at school parent meetings and other support groups.

Why We Too!
I joined We Too! because my family were customers first. I then started writing an article for the magazine called ‘Doug on the Dosh’, did some volunteering and, before I knew it, I was empowered by We Too! and became a Ninja. The best part of my role is having a real purpose, making a difference where I can, supporting other families and meeting loads of brilliant people along the way.

Outside of We Too!, I’m a parent carer, a full-time dad-taxi and I love practical gardening, especially growing fruit and veg. For me, inclusion means being able to enjoy new, or familiar, activities together as a family. As my daughter says, ‘It’s a We Too! thing we’re going to, let’s go!’ I hope families feel We Too! is a safe, familiar place, just like my kids do.

Meet Carrie
Hi, I’m Carrie and I’m the Creative Support Ninja at We Too!. I work on the charity’s brand and design, and help create advertising for the We Too! Magazine. My role focuses on making sure our communications are clear, welcoming and truly reflect the families at the heart of everything we do. You’ll usually find me at Ninja HQ in the Trinity Centre, where I also share information and lived experience with parents and carers who drop into the hub.

Why We Too!
I joined We Too! because it means a great deal to me personally, my family has been part of the We Too! community for nine years. The part of my role I love most is knowing the work we do helps families feel seen, understood and validated. Outside of We Too!, I’m a mum and home educator, and I enjoy collecting pre-WW2 Czech glass jewellery when I can find it for an absolute bargain in charity shops.

For me, inclusion means feeling accepted and supported without having to explain or justify yourself. I hope families feel safe, valued and truly welcome when they’re with We Too!.

Meet Gillian
Hi, I’m Gillian and I’m the Empowerment Ninja at We Too!. My role focuses on helping customers access the right services by signposting them to relevant information and support. I’ve also shared my own lived experience through the Ask A Ninja series. You’ll usually find me at Ninja HQ, kettle on, welcoming customers and families into our safe, sensory space. As the other Ninjas know, I’m always up for a chat and a cuppa.

Why We Too!
I’m a parent and carer to two young people with additional needs. When my children were younger, I took them along to We Too! sessions and it was a relief to feel comfortable around others who understood my children without judgement. That sense of understanding and compassion isn’t easy to find and it made me want to connect with others in a similar position. We Too!’s approach to inclusion really resonated with me and I wanted to be part of it.

I love hearing when our customers feel that same sense of belonging through our relaxed sessions, finding their own small community and meeting others who get it.

Outside of We Too!, I enjoy catching up with friends, going to the theatre, reading a good fiction book to escape, cuddling up with my rabbit Fluffy and spending time with family. I also enjoy a cosy night in with a good film, candles on, and time with my partner.

For me, inclusion means acceptance and feeling part of a small community that truly gets it.

Meet Lyn
Hi, my name is Lyn Duncan and I’m the Promise Keeper Ninja at We Too!. My role focuses on making sure children across Scotland are listened to. I also set up activities and support parents and carers who come into Ninja HQ for information. You’ll usually find me at Ninja HQ in the Trinity Centre.

Why We Too!
I joined We Too! to gain more experience working with children, parents and carers with additional needs. The part of my role I love most is running different activities with the children who come in.

Outside of We Too!, I love spending time with my children and going on days out together. For me, inclusion means making sure everyone feels supported and has open opportunities to join in with fun activities. I hope families feel supported, happy and satisfied with the work we do to help them in whatever way they need.