Ashley Douglas

Ashley Douglas is a Scottish historian and translator. She has two master’s degrees, including an MLitt in Scottish History from the University of St Andrews. Since graduating in 2016, Ashley has developed a national profile and successful career as a translator, historian, and consultant, specialising in LGBT history and the Scots language. She has worked with a range of national heritage, literary and educational organisations, including the National Library of Scotland, Historic Environment Scotland, Time for Inclusive Education, and Scottish National Galleries. She has also been engaged as historical consultant for two of the plays in Rona Munro’s acclaimed The James Plays series.