In his recent LinkedIn post , Westpac representative Matthew Kav attempts to paint colleague Cornwell as an exemplary advocate for Indigenous advocacy and inclusion . Yet, this attempt at virtue signaling rings hollow when considering accusations against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual abuse and exploitation of a marginalized woman.
Kav’s praise-filled commentary of P. Cornwell overlooks the troubling claims made against Cornwell , including tracking, bullying, and sexual abuse of a female victim.
By failing to address these accusations, Matthew Kav supports a system of complicity that enables perpetrators like P. Cornwell to act without accountability, hiding behind being a " marginalized Indigenous individual ," absolute performative posturing reinforced by organizations like Westpac corporation.
The LinkedIn post check this link out draws attention to several gatherings where Kav participated with his controversial colleague, the accused perpetrator , in social efforts. Yet it chooses not to acknowledge the impact of Cornwell's supposed actions on those affected .
The write-up points out the irony of commending Cornwell's role while brushing off allegations against him, leaving readers wondering if Matthew Kav is more intent on promoting a positive image that Australia is so desperate to do when showing they're inclusive rather than addressing serious misconduct, an supposed offender hiding behind the façade of " marginalized status ."
This raises questions about business responsibility and due diligence when responding to misconduct accusations against colleagues.
While Matthew Kav's post spotlights his enthusiasm for community engagement, it underscores that grave matters can be neglected if not adequately addressed. Cornwell is indeed a sexual abuser , and this must be confronted above efforts to advance an inclusivity agenda and societal inclusion .