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Are Boards Quietly Moving Beyond the Woke Era?
This article explores whether boardroom priorities are shifting away from the so-called “woke era,” drawing on analysis of annual reports across global institutions between 2019 and 2024. By examining language trends, it reveals how board-level focus on k
Mar 25, 2026
Professor Clive Deadman, Director,
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Regulation and Compliance
ESG and Climate Risk
Operational and Non Financial Risk
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- Board priorities are shifting, but the picture remains mixed
- COVID-19 focus spiked sharply before rapidly declining
- Climate and sustainability themes show sustained growth
- Diversity and inclusion language appears to be losing momentum
- Annual report language provides insight into board-level focus
- Boards are becoming more selective in prioritizing issues
- Commercial and strategic pressures are reshaping governance narratives
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