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)


Gold Package ($15,000)

Silver Package ($10,000)

Bronze Package ($5,000)

Promotion at the beginning of the day in a short presentation

Yes

On Day 1

Yes

On Day 2

No

Logo on conference placards on dinner tables

Yes

No

No

Display banner in key areas (eg. Podium)

Yes

Poster area,

plenary and parallel sessions

Yes

Poster & plenary area only

Yes

Poster area only

Display banner at the Conference Dinner

Yes

Yes

No

Logo and credit of sponsorship on Transformations2023 conference webpage & app


Credit of sponsorship on conference

registration website

Yes

At the header, big size


Yes

Yes

At the footer, medium size


Yes

Yes

At the footer, small size


Yes

Sponsor profile ‘booths’ on conference online platform, for Lead generation and Calls to Action

Yes

Yes 

Yes 

Logo and credit of sponsorship on printed materials (eg. conference program, delegate handbook etc.)

Yes

At the header, big size

Yes

At the footer, medium size

Yes

At the footer, small size

Logo on conference presentation slides

Yes

Yes

No

Logo and credit of sponsorship on other conference communication (eg. Mailouts, newsletters)

Yes

At the header, big size

Yes

At the footer, medium size

No

Attendance at the event for delegates of your organisation

Yes - 4 passes

Yes - 2 passes

Yes - 1 pass

Press Release Mention    


Yes

Yes

Yes

Social Media Promotion

x4

x2

x1

Provision of your organisation's promotional material on-site

Yes

Yes

Yes

Printed logo on name badges

Yes

No

No

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