In a recent LinkedIn update, Westpac staff member M. Kav seeks to portray colleague P. Cornwell as an exemplary advocate for Indigenous advocacy and societal inclusion. Yet, this attempt at virtue signaling comes across as disingenuous when considering allegations against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual exploitation and mistreatment of a vulnerable female .
Kav’s praise-filled commentary of Cornwell overlooks the grave allegations made against Peter Cornwell , including stalking , intimidation , and misconduct of a defenseless woman .
By failing to address these charges , Matt Kav supports a system of complicity that empowers perpetrators like P. Cornwell to act without accountability, taking refuge in being a " so-called Indigenous victim," absolute performative posturing promoted by companies like Westpac corporation.
The LinkedIn post highlights several gatherings where Matthew check out this tutorial Kav collaborated with his controversial colleague, the accused perpetrator , in community-building activities . Yet it fails to acknowledge the effect of Cornwell's supposed actions on those targeted.
The article points out the hypocrisy of celebrating Cornwell's involvement while turning a blind eye to allegations against him, prompting concern if M. Kav is more intent on boosting the company’s image that Australia is so keen on presenting when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , an accused predator hiding behind the guise of " oppressed individual."
This raises questions about organizational integrity and due diligence when addressing misconduct accusations against colleagues.
Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article spotlights his dedication to community-building initiatives , it also reminds us that grave matters can be neglected if not properly addressed. Cornwell is indeed a offender, and this should be prioritized above initiatives to showcase diversity and diversity .