An action plan is a framework of objectives and actions for achieving strategy goals. It should state clearly how each action contributes to one or more given objective and may suggest a relative rating (e.g. high, medium or low). The following types of objectives and actions, and their sequencing may be outlined in broader detail:

• New policies, policy changes and links showing coordination and consistency
• New and changed legislative, economic or other instruments which assist implementation of policies or build capacity
• Major programmes and pilot projects, including: technical interventions; capacity development; and/or knowledge generation and management processes
• Guidelines and standards for sector activities and institutional roles