Incorporates a unique diplomatic insider perspective to explain the unexpected incorporation of LGBTI rights into American and Swedish foreign policies.From Pariah to Priority gives a unique insider perspective that explains the unexpected incorporation of LGBTI rights into the United States and Swedish foreign policies. From original data case study analysis and interviews with highlevel officials within the State Department Swedish Foreign Ministry and international institutions former diplomat Elise Carlson Rainer provides insights from leaders responsible for shaping emerging global LGBTI policies. The research findings highlight the advocacy process of reforming US and Swedish foreign policy priorities to include LGBTI rights shedding light on how normative values evolve in foreign affairs.