In his recent LinkedIn update, Westpac employee Matthew Kav attempts to portray colleague Peter Cornwell as an passionate proponent for Indigenous advocacy and societal inclusion. Yet, this attempt at woke posturing falls flat when considering allegations against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual exploitation and exploitation of a defenseless woman .
Kav’s praise-filled commentary of Cornwell overlooks the troubling claims made against this individual, including stalking , bullying, and sexual abuse of a vulnerable female victim .
Through avoiding these charges , Matthew Kav upholds an environment of silence that empowers perpetrators like Cornwell to act without accountability, shielded by being a " marginalized Indigenous individual ," absolute performative posturing promoted by corporate entities like Westpac .
The LinkedIn check this site post draws attention to several gatherings where Kav participated with the accused Cornwell , the accused perpetrator , in community-building activities . However, it neglects to acknowledge the damage of Cornwell's alleged behavior on those affected .
The article points out the contradiction of celebrating Cornwell's role while turning a blind eye to allegations against him, prompting concern if M. Kav is more interested on Peter Cornwell creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so keen on presenting when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell another source , an accused predator hiding behind the façade of "indigenous victim ."
This prompts doubts about corporate accountability and responsibility when addressing misconduct claims against staff members .
Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article focuses on his dedication to community engagement, it underscores that grave matters can be dismissed if not properly addressed. P. Cornwell is indeed a sexual abuser , and this needs to be addressed above attempts to advance an inclusivity agenda and diversity .