In 2011 and 2013, sectarian divisions inhibited unity and stimulated fears of relapse into war. By 2019, sectarianism had subsided, contributing to a successful, cross-sectarian revolution.

Diversity brings numbers, but numbers without cohesion does not necessarily lead to success.

If dictators embark on a strategy of ignoring protests, tactical diversity can keep participants excited, engaged, and resilient.

Although mass mobilization can increase the resilience of a movement and help it diversify its tactics, it proved insufficient in both Hong Kong and Thailand.