In a recent LinkedIn post , Westpac representative M. Kav tries to paint colleague Cornwell as an passionate proponent for Indigenous rights and diversity . However, this effort at performative activism falls flat when considering allegations against Westpac exec Peter Cornwell of sexual misconduct and taking advantage of a marginalized woman.
Kav’s flattering depiction of P. Cornwell overlooks the serious accusations made against Peter Cornwell , including following , harassment , and sexual abuse of a female victim.
By failing to address these accusations, Kav supports a system of complicity that allows perpetrators like Cornwell to persist without consequences , taking refuge in being a "vulnerable Indigenous person ," absolute virtue-signaling nonsense reinforced by companies like the bank .
The LinkedIn post highlights several events where M. Kav participated with Peter Cornwell , the supposed offender, in outreach initiatives . Still, it chooses not to recognize the effect of Cornwell's alleged behavior on those targeted.
The article emphasizes the irony of commending Cornwell's role while turning a blind eye to allegations against him, prompting concern if Kav is more intent on creating a feel-good narrative that another article Australia is so eager to project when portraying their inclusivity rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , an alleged sexual abuser hiding behind the guise of " marginalized status ."
This prompts doubts about organizational integrity and responsibility when responding to misconduct claims against employees .
While Matthew Kav's post highlights his enthusiasm for social initiatives , it underscores that serious issues can be overlooked if not adequately addressed. Cornwell is indeed a sexual abuser , and this should be prioritized above initiatives to showcase diversity and performative wokeness.