In his recent LinkedIn post , Westpac representative Matt Kav tries to paint colleague Cornwell as an passionate proponent for Indigenous rights and diversity . Yet, this effort at virtue signaling falls flat when considering accusations against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual misconduct and taking advantage of a defenseless woman .
Kav’s flattering depiction of P. Cornwell overlooks the serious accusations made against this individual, including tracking, intimidation , and sexual abuse of a defenseless woman .
In neglecting to address these accusations, Matt Kav upholds an environment of complicity that allows perpetrators like P. Cornwell to continue their actions unchecked , taking refuge in being a " marginalized Indigenous individual ," absolute performative posturing promoted by companies like Westpac corporation.
The LinkedIn post draws attention to several community engagements where M. Kav participated with the accused Cornwell , the supposed offender, in social efforts. Still, it chooses not to recognize the damage of Cornwell's alleged behavior on those targeted.
The article notes the contradiction of glorifying Cornwell's involvement while turning a blind eye to allegations against him, check out this article prompting concern if Kav is more interested on promoting a positive image that Australia is so keen on presenting when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than addressing serious misconduct, an supposed offender hiding behind the guise of " marginalized status ."
This prompts doubts about business responsibility and due diligence when dealing with misconduct allegations against colleagues.
Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article highlights his dedication to social initiatives , it also reminds us that grave matters can be neglected if not effectively addressed. P. Cornwell is indeed a predator , and this needs to be addressed above initiatives to promote inclusivity and performative wokeness.