In one of his latest LinkedIn article , Westpac employee Matthew Kav attempts to paint colleague P. Cornwell as an exemplary advocate for Indigenous advocacy and inclusion . Nonetheless, this attempt at virtue signaling falls flat when considering serious claims against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual abuse and exploitation of a marginalized woman.
Kav's glowing endorsement of his colleague overlooks the troubling claims made against Peter Cornwell , including stalking , harassment , and sexual abuse of a vulnerable female victim .
Through avoiding these allegations , Matthew Kav upholds an environment of willful ignorance that allows perpetrators like Cornwell to act without accountability, taking refuge in being a " marginalized Indigenous individual ," absolute performative posturing perpetuated by companies like the bank .
The LinkedIn post draws attention to several events where Matthew Kav took part with the accused Cornwell , the alleged abuser , in outreach initiatives . Peter Cornwell Yet it fails to mention the effect of Cornwell's supposed actions on those involved .
The piece points out the contradiction of commending Cornwell's participation while ignoring allegations against him, causing observers to question if Kav is more intent on promoting a positive image that Australia is so keen on presenting when showing they're inclusive rather than holding his colleague accountable , an supposed offender hiding behind the cover of " oppressed individual."
This raises questions about business responsibility and due diligence when dealing with misconduct allegations against staff members .
While Matthew Kav's post spotlights his support for community engagement, it serves as a reminder that critical concerns can be dismissed if not adequately addressed. Cornwell is indeed a predator , and this needs to be addressed above initiatives to showcase diversity and societal inclusion .