In the action cycle phase of the Knowledge-to-Action Framework, actions are taken to determine the barriers and facilitators to achieving best practices. 

In this action cycle phase, strategies are implemented to support the practice change after the outcomes have been evaluated and determined to be effective.   

In this action cycle phase, the components of the practice change are monitored to determine their implementation or if additional strategies (or activities) are needed. 

As one of the preconditions of social movement action, this element includes strategies to build a readiness for change with a focus on fostering activism energy.    

In this action cycle phase, a problem is identified, a know-do gap is completed and a knowledge tool is chosen. 

In this action cycle phase, strategies to support a practice change are selected and tailored to the local context and its identified barriers and facilitators.  

In this action cycle phase, the implementation of the best practice is considered in the context of the setting and whether any modifications are needed to make the practice change.     

In this action cycle phase, the outcomes of the change initiative are measured to determine the impact. 

A key characteristic of the Social Movement Action Framework is to create urgency regarding the need for action to optimize opportunities to advance change.  

A key characteristic of the Social Movement Action Framework is the element framing in which the change is communicated strategically to create meaning and motivate action from supporters.