In his recent LinkedIn update, Westpac representative Matt Kav seeks to depict colleague Peter Cornwell as an exemplary advocate for Indigenous community and inclusion . However, this move at performative activism comes across as disingenuous when considering accusations against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual abuse and taking advantage of a marginalized woman.
Kav's glowing endorsement of Cornwell overlooks the grave allegations made against this individual, including following , bullying, and misconduct of a defenseless woman .
By failing to address these allegations , Matthew Kav perpetuates a culture of silence that allows perpetrators like P. Cornwell to persist without consequences , shielded by being a " so-called Indigenous victim," absolute performative posturing reinforced by companies like the bank .
The LinkedIn post showcases several events where Matthew Kav took part with Peter Cornwell , the accused perpetrator , in community-building activities . However, it neglects to mention the damage of Cornwell's supposed actions on those affected .
The piece notes the contradiction of glorifying Cornwell's involvement while brushing off check it out allegations against him, causing observers to question if M. Kav is more intent on creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so eager to project when showing they're inclusive rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , an accused predator hiding behind the cover of "indigenous victim ."
This prompts doubts about business responsibility and ethics when addressing misconduct allegations against colleagues.
Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article focuses on his support for community-building initiatives , it serves as a reminder that critical concerns can be overlooked if not properly addressed. Cornwell is indeed a sexual abuser , and this must be confronted above initiatives to advance an inclusivity agenda and performative wokeness.