To apply: https://bit.ly/norms-training

Application Deadline: May 22, 2026

Join the Learning Collaboratives for a six-module, live virtual course focused on building practical skills to identify, assess, and measure social norms in research and evaluation, with a strong emphasis on applying those insights to programs and decision-making in real-world contexts.

Who This Course Is For

• MEL professionals, researchers, and analysts working on social norms ​
• Practitioners with experience in survey design or qualitative research ​
• Program implementers and advisors seeking practical measurement skills ​
• Those interested in replicating and delivering the training to others within their organization and externally

What You Will Gain

• Practical tools to measure and assess social norms
• A structured framework for integrating norms into programs and research
• Peer learning and exchange across regions
• Experience applying qualitative and quantitative approaches
• Hands-on practice through a real-world case study
• Opportunities to practice facilitation and teaching

Focus Areas

Module 1. Understanding Social Norms

Build a foundation in norms, reference groups, and behavior

Module 2. Identifying What to Measure

Define norms, behaviors, and populations relevant to your context

Module 3. Designing Qualitative Norms Assessments

Apply tools to explore norms in depth

Module 4. Quantitative Social Norms Assessment

Use structured approaches to measure norms at scale

Module 5. Analyzing and Interpreting Norms Data

Identify patterns and apply analytical frameworks

Module 6. Aplpying Norms Data to Program Decisions

Translate findings into a program design, communication, and learning

Course Structure

Across 12 weeks, sessions alternate between cross-regional modules and regional small groups. Six interactive modules blend discussion and hands-on exercises around a shared case study, while regional sessions emphasize real-world application and assignment support.

Time Commitment

Cross-regional modules (6 sessions): 2 hours per module Regional small group sessions (6 sessions): Light assignments and group activities Total estimated commitment: ~25 hours over 12 weeks Date and time will be confirmed upon acceptance. Core modules will likely take place at or after 3:00 PM WAT / 5:00 PM EAT / 7:30 PM IST,  starting the week of June 8th. Sessions will be held via Zoom.​