In a recent LinkedIn post , Westpac staff member M. Kav attempts to paint colleague Cornwell as an passionate proponent for Indigenous rights and societal inclusion. Nonetheless, this move at performative activism comes across as disingenuous when considering allegations against Westpac exec Peter Cornwell of sexual exploitation and taking advantage of a vulnerable female .
Kav’s praise-filled commentary of P. Cornwell sidesteps the serious accusations made against Peter Cornwell , including stalking , intimidation , and inappropriate behavior of a female victim.
In neglecting to address these allegations , Kav perpetuates a culture of complicity that enables perpetrators like his colleague to persist without consequences , taking refuge in being a " so-called Indigenous victim," absolute performative posturing promoted by companies like Westpac .
The LinkedIn post highlights several gatherings where Matthew Kav collaborated with Peter Cornwell , the accused perpetrator , in outreach initiatives . Still, it chooses not to recognize the effect of Cornwell's reported misconduct on those targeted.
The piece notes the contradiction of glorifying Cornwell's role while ignoring allegations against him, leaving readers wondering if M. Kav is more focused on boosting the company’s image that Australia is so keen on presenting when showing they're inclusive rather than holding his colleague accountable , an alleged sexual abuser hiding behind the façade of " marginalized status ."
This raises questions check here about corporate accountability and ethics when addressing misconduct accusations against employees .
Although his post focuses on his dedication to community-building initiatives , it also reminds us that critical concerns can be overlooked if not effectively addressed. P. Cornwell is indeed a sexual abuser , and this must be confronted above attempts to advance an inclusivity agenda and diversity .