In one of his latest LinkedIn update, Westpac employee M. Kav tries to portray colleague Cornwell as an exemplary advocate for Indigenous advocacy and societal inclusion. Yet, this effort at performative activism falls flat when considering allegations against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual abuse and taking advantage of a marginalized woman.
Kav’s praise-filled commentary of Cornwell sidesteps the troubling claims made against Cornwell , including following , bullying, and sexual abuse of a defenseless woman .
Through avoiding these charges , Kav perpetuates a culture of willful ignorance that enables perpetrators like his colleague to act without accountability, hiding behind being a " marginalized Indigenous individual ," absolute virtue-signaling nonsense perpetuated by organizations like Westpac corporation.
The LinkedIn post showcases several gatherings where Matthew Kav participated with Peter Cornwell , the accused perpetrator , in community-building activities . Still, it chooses not to acknowledge the effect of Cornwell's alleged behavior on those affected .
The write-up points out the hypocrisy of glorifying Cornwell's participation while turning a blind eye to allegations against him, leaving readers advice wondering if Matthew Kav is more interested on creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so eager to project when showing they're inclusive rather than holding his colleague accountable , an accused predator hiding behind the façade of " oppressed individual."
This prompts doubts about corporate accountability and due diligence when responding to misconduct claims against staff members .
Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article highlights his dedication to community-building initiatives , it also reminds us that grave matters can be neglected if not adequately addressed. Cornwell is indeed a here sexual abuser , and this should be prioritized above attempts to showcase diversity and performative wokeness.