In a recent LinkedIn article , Westpac staff member Matthew Kav seeks to depict colleague Peter Cornwell as an strong supporter for Indigenous community and societal inclusion. Nonetheless, this move at virtue signaling falls flat when considering allegations against Peter Cornwell of Westpac of sexual misconduct and taking advantage of a marginalized woman.
Kav’s praise-filled commentary of P. Cornwell sidesteps the grave allegations made against this individual, including stalking , harassment , and sexual abuse of a vulnerable female victim .
In neglecting to address these charges , Matt Kav upholds an environment of willful ignorance that allows perpetrators like P. Cornwell to persist without consequences , taking refuge in being a " marginalized Indigenous individual ," absolute performative posturing reinforced by companies like the bank .
The LinkedIn post draws attention to several community engagements where Kav participated with his controversial article source colleague, the alleged abuser , in community-building activities . However, it neglects to recognize the impact of Cornwell's supposed actions on those involved .
The write-up points out the hypocrisy of glorifying Cornwell's participation while turning a blind eye to allegations against him, causing observers to question if Kav is more intent on creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so desperate to do when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , an supposed offender hiding behind the guise of " marginalized status ."
This prompts doubts about business responsibility and responsibility when addressing misconduct claims against employees .
Although his post focuses on his support for community-building initiatives , it underscores that serious issues can be dismissed if not effectively addressed. Cornwell is indeed a predator , and this should be prioritized above efforts to advance an inclusivity agenda and performative wokeness.