Who we are

All about FAIR, our Board and our staff.

FAIR (Family Advice and Information Resource) is an advice and information charity for children and adults with learning disabilities, their carers and families who live with them. It is a local Edinburgh based charity that works citywide. The charity’s aim is to promote the welfare of people with learning disabilities in the community.

To do this we provide

  • advice and information including a Welfare Rights Service
  • project work to promote positive mental and physical health
  • an Easy Read newsletter every 2 months
  • co-production and consultation to advocate for people with learning disabilities and their carers
  • other services and projects were we feel will support people we work with
  • an Easy Read design service

FAIR’s Board

FAIR’s Board of Trustees have range of skills and experience. The Board includes adults with a learning disability, carers and professionals that work in health and social care. They are:

  • Diane Willis
  • Norma Muir
  • Graham Bell
  • Caroline Barlcay
  • Graeme Duncan
  • Stuart Clarke
  • Robert Davie

FAIR’s staff

FAIR’s staff are welcoming and non judgemental.  They take the time to listen and provide a service that meets people’s needs. You can find their contact details below.

Kimberley Swan

Chief Executive

Email: kimberley@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07570 949 378

Lasma Rancane

Assistant Manager (on maternity leave)

Email: lasma@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07513 824 257

Tasneem Ali

Development Officer

Email: tasneem@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07513 824 259

Katy Baillie

Advice Worker

Email: katy.baillie@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07720 164 175

Kizzie Cairns

Advice Worker

Email: kizzie@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07341 543 940

Jayne Ely

Advice Worker

Email: jayne@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07435 984 198

Sophie Gavin-Daunt

Advice Worker

Email: sophie@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07435 551 724

Pauline Macfarlane

Advice Worker

Email: pauline@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07435 548 712

Laura McWhinnie

Advice Worker

Email: laura.mcwhinnie@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07458 147 041

Sandra Stewart

Advice Worker

Email: sandra@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07435 552 812

Laura Dancer

Finance Officer

Email: laura@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 0131 662 1962

Paul Mudie

Graphic Artist

Email: paul@fairadvice.org.uk
Phone: 0131 662 1962
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