Partnership opportunities
Transformations Community will join forces with the University of York for the first time, bringing this leading-edge event to York, England. The event promises to provide a dynamic and engaging space where participants can learn from and collaborate with leading scholars and practitioners in the field of transformations. TCX YORK conference, the first Transformations Community X (TCX) event, will take place from June 25-27, 2025.
Organising for Transformation focuses on research and practice, supported by experiential workshops. Themes include leadership, governance, evaluation, and learning, with insights from an applied regional case study of the transdisciplinary FixOurFood program. The TCX-YORK Conference will serve as a dynamic lead-up to the TC/ESG conference in South Africa, offering interactive sessions and networking opportunities.
As we prepare for this landmark event, we seek sponsors who share our commitment to sustainability and positive transformations. Your support will help us attract international academics and key decision-makers in sustainability-related fields, enhancing your visibility within a global community dedicated to impactful change.
This is a unique opportunity to:
Connect with the
Transformations Community:
Build transformative relationships with the world’s leading action researchers working at the cutting-edge of sustainability transformations.
Gain access to key decision-makers from public, private, academic sectors and build relationships with fellow experts working on shared areas of interest.
Reach a global audience: Increase worldwide awareness of your organisation.
Showcase your work, be recognized as a key supporter of Transformations. Present your institution’s recent activities to an informed and well-connected audience.
Increase capacity for innovation and transformation, accelerating transformative action research towards thriving futures for all.
We invite partners to contribute in the following ways:
Financial or in-kind sponsorship of the conference, such as scholarships for participants from the Global South and marginalized communities
Logistical and organizational support
Conference program development, including session chairing, or reviews of sessions and themes
Storytelling support, which could include media partnership & dissemination, graphic recording of the conference, writing material for social media and assisting with a publication to capture the outcomes of the conference.
Sponsorship opportunities are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with the possibility of being revisited for future considerations. Tailored packages are available for the global event, for individual local hubs, or specific conference tracks.
For more details please contact Thomas Haselböck (TC)
Sponsorship package Examples
History and purpose
The biennial series of international Transformations conferences began in 2013 with the "Transformation in a Changing Climate" conference at the University of Oslo, Norway. From the outset, this conference series aimed to create a unique transdisciplinary space for scholars, practitioners, and artists working on transformations towards sustainability to engage in dialogue and practice. Conference sessions moved away from traditional academic presentations in favor of short presentations, long conversations, and practical workshops. Artistic and creative practices were integral to the program, and participants had opportunities to learn about local transformations in the host city.
The conference series has continued to grow, addressing significant themes such as solving problems in the Anthropocene (Sweden, 2015), transformations in practice (Scotland, 2017), learning from transformative action and thinking (Chile, 2019), and enabling positive tipping points in an uncertain world (Online, 2021). The sixth conference in 2023 convened a global network of scholars and practitioners in Sydney, with simultaneous online access and hubs in Prague and Maine, Portland. Themed "Transformative Partnerships for a Better World," it featured a wide range of high-quality sessions, fostering valuable connections and community engagement.
These conferences have led to the establishment of a permanent Transformations Community with an active online presence and a growing program of activities.
The University of York, the local host for the Transformations Community X (TCX) event in 2025, is recognized as one of the United Kingdom's leading institutions for higher education and research.Founded in 1963, the University has quickly established itself as a leader in addressing global challenges through its pioneering research and commitment to social responsibility. With a strong focus on sustainability and social justice, the University of York offers an array of interdisciplinary programs that cultivate forward-thinking leaders equipped to drive positive change.
What sets the University of York apart is its emphasis on creating impactful solutions through collaborative research and community engagement. The university's unique campus, set within a landscape that blends historical significance with cutting-edge facilities, provides an inspiring backdrop for the TCX event. York’s commitment to environmental sustainability is reflected in its green campus initiatives, making it an ideal location to explore themes of transformation and ecological stewardship.
By hosting this event, the University of York will leverage its strengths in research and community collaboration, ensuring a thought-provoking and impactful experience for all participants.
Organizers & Partners:
Bruce Goldstein
Lead Weaver,
Transformations Community
Professor, Department of Environment and Geography, University of York
Ioan Fazey
Rebecca Newman
Research Fellow, Department of Environment and Geography, University of York