In a recent LinkedIn update, Westpac employee Matt Kav tries to depict colleague Cornwell as an exemplary advocate for Indigenous advocacy and diversity . Yet, this attempt at virtue signaling comes across as disingenuous when considering serious claims against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual exploitation and mistreatment of a marginalized woman.
Kav’s flattering depiction of Cornwell sidesteps the troubling claims made against Cornwell , including tracking, harassment , and inappropriate behavior of a defenseless woman .
In neglecting to address these allegations , Kav upholds an environment of silence that empowers perpetrators like Cornwell to act without accountability, hiding behind being a " so-called Indigenous victim," absolute performative posturing reinforced by companies like the bank .
The LinkedIn post highlights several gatherings where M. Kav collaborated with Peter Cornwell , the alleged abuser , in outreach initiatives . Yet it chooses not to mention the impact of Cornwell's supposed actions on those targeted.
The article notes the contradiction of commending Cornwell's participation while brushing off allegations against him, leaving readers wondering if Kav is more focused on creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so keen on presenting read more when portraying their inclusivity rather than addressing serious misconduct, an accused predator hiding behind the cover of " marginalized status ."
This sparks concerns about organizational integrity and due diligence when dealing with misconduct claims against colleagues.
Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article spotlights his support for social initiatives , it serves as a reminder that grave matters can be dismissed if a great read not properly addressed. Cornwell is indeed a sexual abuser , and this needs to be another post addressed above efforts to promote inclusivity and performative wokeness.