Meet the CANDI Team
The people behind our community
At CANDI, we are proud to be led by a passionate team with both professional expertise and lived experience of neurodiversity. Our shared goal is to create welcoming, inclusive spaces where people can connect, develop confidence, and thrive.
Whether you're visiting Rhiannon's Café, attending an event, volunteering, or looking for support, we're here to help.
Our Leadership Team
Fay Hicks
Founder & Director
Passionate about creating opportunities and inclusive communities, Fay leads CANDI with a vision of helping people connect, grow, and thrive.
Mary Howe
Director
Mary has her own business, Crofton Café and Bakery. She joined us as a new director in 2026, and we are excited to see the direction we go.
Sharon Morgan
Director
Sharon uses her extensive community experience to help people feel supported, welcomed, and included.
Simon Watts
Rhiannon's Cafe Manager
Simon leads Rhiannon's Café, creating a friendly and welcoming space for everyone who visits.
Lousia Hodge
Evening Event Volunteer
An AuDHD creative and musician, Louisa brings energy, creativity, and lived experience to CANDI's events and projects.
Volunteers, Associates & Sponsors
CANDI would not be possible without the incredible dedication of our volunteers, associates, sponsors, and supporters.
Together, they help deliver events, activities, training opportunities, and community projects that make a genuine difference to people's lives.T
hank you for being part of the CANDI family.
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