Transcend Discipline has reached audiences in more than 145 countries, and counting. It continues to inspire practitioners around the world to think and work differently, and to challenge conventional models of work and funding that -- we know -- are not effective. Practitioners have written in from every continent speaking to the hope that a movement like it continues to build and, with it, a new vision and understanding for what it means to be a world-class organization, funder, and operator.

Yes, absolutely. Still. There is at times a stubborn, persistent gap between our marketing and the reality of work on the ground. Practitioners wrote in from around the world at news of Transcend Discipline's launch to share candid observations of where they feel 'stuck' designing and implementing work that perpetuates a fundamental imbalance between conservation and development imperatives. They recount stories of how infrequently organizations rethink what 'seems' to work, and the pressure they feel to adhere to what's been funded in the past, what the donor prioritizes, or what fits an organization's historical mandate or brand. Practitioners are hungry and ready for change. They want to work differently. This initiative, and the example we hope it sets, is a start.

Reactions to Transcend Discipline have come in from every corner of the world. It's an exciting indication of its continuing reach and influence. You too can add your voice."Wow!" "A complete inspiration! The best mix of courage, unassailable expertise, and determination." "Rock stars. Exciting and groundbreaking!" "Trail-blazing! Our fields need more system thinkers like this." "This is inspiring and uplifting leadership." "Phenomenal idea!" "A bright spot of courage and action. Thank you!" "This really resonates with us. It's a real paradigm shift to how we work. We welcome it." "Very, very impressive. Many of us agree with the sentiments expressed here." "Bravo! This is inexplicably awesome!" "Unstoppable!" "It is one thing to talk about doing what's necessary. It's a totally different story to actually make things happen. Kudos." "Fearless and brilliant." "In awe of this!" "Congratulations on launching this. Let the bold work begin!" 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