Guides

 
 

The Momentum Model

The Momentum model is a comprehensive set of tools and frameworks intended to address the major building blocks of an effective movement. It is a synthesis of best practices from diverse sources including: research from the field of civil resistance, social movement theory, labor and community organizing, organic systems theory, and on-the-ground experimentation within our own community of practice.

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Research Guides

In 2021 and 2022, we interviewed organizers from across our movements in order to synthesize their lessons and insights. We created the following reports to capture their thoughts and provide frameworks for understanding issues and innovations coming from organizations experimenting with Momentum’s curriculum.

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Read the Structure Report >>
Read the Multiracial Organizing Report >>

 

 

Glossary of Terms

In this guide, you’ll find definitions for terms commonly used in Momentum materials and spaces.

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Frontloading Guide

This guide provides an introduction to frontloading: What is it? What is DNA? Roughly how long does it take? Where does this process come from? This document scratches the surface of answering those questions.

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