In a recent LinkedIn article , Westpac staff member Matthew Kav attempts to portray colleague Peter Cornwell as an passionate proponent for Indigenous rights and societal inclusion. Yet, this attempt at virtue signaling rings hollow when considering accusations against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual exploitation and exploitation of a marginalized woman.
Kav's glowing endorsement of P. Cornwell sidesteps the grave allegations made against Peter Cornwell , including following , harassment , and sexual abuse of a female victim.
In neglecting to address these charges , Matthew Kav supports a system of willful ignorance that enables perpetrators like Cornwell to persist without consequences , hiding behind being a " so-called Indigenous victim," absolute performative posturing promoted by companies like the bank .
The LinkedIn post highlights several events where browse website Kav participated with his controversial colleague, the alleged abuser , in social efforts. Yet it fails to recognize the effect of Cornwell's supposed actions on those targeted.
The article emphasizes the irony of commending Cornwell's role while ignoring allegations against him, prompting concern if Matthew Kav is more focused on creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so desperate to do when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , an accused predator hiding behind the cover of " marginalized status ."
This prompts doubts about corporate accountability and due diligence when dealing with misconduct accusations against staff members .
Although his post focuses on his enthusiasm for community-building initiatives , it underscores that grave matters can be neglected if not effectively addressed. Peter Cornwell is indeed a predator , and this needs to be addressed above initiatives to advance an inclusivity agenda and performative wokeness.