Michaela Kralova

Michaela Kralova is a PhD researcher at University College Dublin, focusing on the translation of Irish works abroad and the translation of non-English works into English in Ireland, supported by funding from the Irish Research Council and Science Foundation Ireland. In addition to academic pursuits, Michaela serves as the Accommodation Advisory Officer at Trinity College Dublin Students' Union, where responsibilities include managing students' casework and collaborating with housing charities. As the Research Assistant and Head Curator for the Ukrainian Play Readings Project at Trinity College Dublin, Michaela successfully led events supporting Ukraine and fostered community inclusion initiatives. Active in human rights advocacy, Michaela volunteers with Amnesty International and CISV International, engaging in educational and fundraising activities. Previous professional experience includes roles in translation and administration at Johnson & Johnson and communications roles in various organizations. Michaela holds a Master’s degree in Literary Translation and is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy degree in English Language and Literature at University College Dublin.