A Global Commons for
Transformative Change
The Transformations Community connects researchers who combine inquiry with action—testing new approaches, sharing learning, and building capacity for just and sustainable futures.
Transformations 2025
TC/ESG25 Conference
The Transformations Community/Earth System Governance Conference 2025 was held in Johannesburg, South Africa, August 18-21, 2025. Theme: Navigating Sustainability Transformations towards Justice and Equity
TCX York
The TCX-YORK conference was held in York, England, from June 25-27, 2025. Hosted by the University of York, this event was a lead-up to the TC/ESG25 conference. Theme: Organizing for Transformations.
Organise a TCX
TCX is an experimental extension of the Transformations Community, focused on action-driven research and collaboration. TCX includes workshops, discussions, and partnerships across various communities.
From TCX to Johannesburg
TC/ESG25 Conference
In August 2025, TC/ESG25 was a powerful space for learning, connection, and commitment to just and sustainable futures.
TCX York
In June 2025, TCX York explored transformative governance and inner change through deep dives and experimental learning.
Host a TCX
TCX is an experimental extension of the Transformations Community, focused on action-driven research and collaboration.
+400 participants, 50 countries, +330 speakers, +130 sessions
Relive the Spirit — Watch the Conference 3-Minute Recap
TC/ESG25 Highlights
Over four days, 330 speakers and 130 sessions wove together science, policy, art, and practice — energized by local leadership and creativity. From plenaries and workshops to artistic activations, the conference was alive with connection and imagination.
TC/ESG25 Conference
The Transformations Community/Earth System Governance Conference 2025 was held in Johannesburg, South Africa, August 18-21, 2025. Theme: Navigating Sustainability Transformations towards Justice and Equity
TCX York
The TCX-YORK conference was held in York, England, from June 25-27, 2025. Hosted by the University of York, this event was a lead-up to the TC/ESG25 conference. Theme: Organizing for Transformations.
Organise a TCX
TCX is an experimental extension of the Transformations Community, focused on action-driven research and collaboration. TCX includes workshops, discussions, and partnerships across various communities.
TC/ESG25 Conference
The Transformations Community/Earth System Governance Conference 2025 was held in Johannesburg, South Africa, August 18-21, 2025. Theme: Navigating Sustainability Transformations towards Justice and Equity
TCX York
The TCX-YORK conference was held in York, England, from June 25-27, 2025. Hosted by the University of York, this event was a lead-up to the TC/ESG25 conference. Theme: Organizing for Transformations.
We’re Hiring
Help power a global community driving just, sustainable, and regenerative futures. To strengthen our core communications and operations, we’re hiring for two remote roles (U.S. or Canada time zones preferred):
- Communications Lead
- Associate Director of Operations
What We Do
Transformations Community brings people together across disciplines and sectors to exchange knowledge, experiment with new approaches, and drive real-world impact. Through conferences, collaborative projects, and communities of practice, we create spaces for dialogue, collective action, and systemic change.
Convening Events & Gatherings
We bring together diverse voices through conferences, dialogues, and workshops, fostering meaningful connections and shared learning.
Initiating Transformative Projects
We launch and support collaborative initiatives that drive real-world impact, bridging research and practice for systemic change.
Contributing to Knowledge Co-Production
We co-create and share insights through research, publications, and collective learning, shaping new pathways for transformation.
Convening Events & Gatherings
We bring together diverse voices through conferences, dialogues, and workshops, fostering meaningful connections and shared learning.
Initiating Transformative Projects
We launch and support collaborative initiatives that drive real-world impact, bridging research and practice for systemic change.
Contributing to Knowledge Co-Production
We co-create and share insights through research, publications, and collective learning, shaping new pathways for transformation.
Transformations Community’s guiding principles
Our mission centers on transdisciplinary conversations and fueling collaborative action, uniting diverse sectors and disciplines to tackle complex systemic challenges. The heart of the Transformations Community’s purpose lies in the Four Ts: Temperance, Transdisciplinarity, Translocalism, and Transformative Learning. These principles steer our work, ensuring alignment and powerful impact.
Temperance
Transdisciplinarity
Translocalism
Transformative Learning
Join our newsletter for insights, opportunities and events
Our Community
Our community builds on experimentation, collective learning, and systems thinking, creating spaces where tough conversations spark paradigm shifts. Read more about the state of the Transformations Community here.
News
We’re Hiring: Join the Transformations Community Team
We’re announcing two new remote job openings to help grow and sustain our global work toward just, sustainable, and regenerative futures. These full-time roles will strengthen our core operations and communications at the research–practice nexus. Now Hiring 1. Communications Lead Full-time contractor | $50,000–$70,000 USD/year Remote – U.S. time zones
🎥 Experience the Energy of TC/ESG 2025 in 3 Minutes
This August, we gathered in Johannesburg to reimagine how transformation happens — bringing with us diverse disciplines, traditions, and ways of knowing. Some moments asked us to sit with discomfort and complexity. Others opened space for play, imagination, and care — all part of a gathering alive with creativity and connection. Nothing captures the energy of TC/ESG25 better than this 3-minute video. Watch the Recap Film!
Share Your Work: TC/ESG25 Publication Opportunities
Keep the momentum going! The Transformations Community and the Earth System Governance Project invite TC/ESG25 participants to build on the conversations sparked in Johannesburg by contributing to a range of post-conference publications. Available pathways include: These opportunities are designed to share your work with wider audiences and deepen the collective learning sparked
Please submit information about your event or community news if you would like us to consider posting them to this page.