Existing Norm Measurement Falls Short of Theoretical Advances—New Approach Proposed

Current methods for measuring international norms often rely on single indicators or case studies, limiting cross-national analysis.

👉 Norms in International Relations

Using IRT and a Bayesian model with substantively informed dynamic priors, this research bridges the gap between theory and measurement.

👉 Case Study: LGB Equality Norm

Evaluated across 13 policies spanning 196 countries from 1990–2017, findings align with theoretical expectations while revealing new insights on norm evolution over time and space.

✅ Highlights:

• Addresses limitations in existing measurement approaches
• Applies framework to LGB equality norms using diverse policy indicators
• Provides nuanced empirical evidence of international norm dynamics