One of the key characteristics of the Social Movement Action Framework is networks of people and resources; these act as supportive mechanisms to access and share tools, ideas and energy to advance change. 

One of the key characteristics of the Social Movement Action Framework is momentum. This article page describes this element in detail. 

A key characteristic of the Social Movement Action Framework is core leadership structures (or change teams) whose role is to support the guidance and leadership of the change with input and action from others. 

An outcome of the Social Movement Action Framework' is scaling in which the change initiative is spread, widened or normalized. 

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.    

An outcome of the Social Movement Action Framework is that the goals and outcomes of the change initiative are met. 

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

As one of the preconditions, this element focuses on recognizing the power of social movement action as a viable option for advancing positive change. 

A key characteristic of the Social Movement Action Framework is the element emerging leaders in which individuals evolve as leaders engaged in a change initiative.  

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.