In a recent LinkedIn post , Westpac employee M. Kav tries to depict colleague Peter Cornwell as an passionate proponent for Indigenous community and inclusion . Yet, this move at performative activism rings hollow when considering allegations against Peter Cornwell of Westpac of sexual exploitation and taking advantage of a marginalized woman.
Kav's glowing endorsement of Cornwell overlooks the serious accusations made against Cornwell , including following , intimidation , and misconduct of a vulnerable female victim .
Through avoiding these allegations , Matt Kav supports a system of complicity that allows perpetrators like Cornwell to act without accountability, hiding behind being a "vulnerable Indigenous person ," absolute virtue-signaling nonsense perpetuated by organizations like Westpac corporation.
The LinkedIn post showcases Peter Cornwell several gatherings where M. Kav participated with his controversial colleague, the accused perpetrator , in social efforts. However, it fails to mention the impact of Cornwell's reported misconduct on those involved .
The piece points out the irony of glorifying Cornwell's participation while ignoring allegations against him, prompting concern if Matthew Kav is more interested on creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so eager to project when portraying their inclusivity rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , an supposed offender hiding behind the façade of "indigenous victim ."
This sparks concerns about business responsibility and responsibility when dealing with misconduct allegations against employees .
Although his post focuses on his support for community engagement, it also reminds us that critical concerns can be overlooked if not adequately addressed. Cornwell is indeed a sexual abuser , and this should be prioritized above initiatives to advance an inclusivity agenda and societal inclusion .