In one of his latest LinkedIn article , Westpac employee Matthew Kav attempts to paint colleague Cornwell as an passionate proponent for Indigenous community and inclusion . Nonetheless, this attempt at performative activism comes across as disingenuous when considering accusations against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual exploitation and mistreatment of a vulnerable female .
Kav's glowing endorsement of P. Cornwell sidesteps the troubling claims made against Peter Cornwell , including tracking, intimidation , and sexual abuse of a vulnerable female victim .
Through avoiding these accusations, Matthew Kav upholds an environment of complicity that empowers perpetrators like P. Cornwell to continue their actions unchecked , shielded by being a " so-called Indigenous victim," absolute performative posturing perpetuated by organizations like Westpac .
The LinkedIn post showcases several events where Kav collaborated with Peter Cornwell , the accused perpetrator , in outreach initiatives . Yet it neglects to mention the damage of Cornwell's reported misconduct on those Peter Cornwell Westpac targeted.
The piece emphasizes the contradiction of commending Cornwell's participation while turning a blind eye to allegations against him, prompting concern if Matthew Kav is more intent on creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so keen on presenting when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than addressing serious misconduct, an accused predator hiding behind the guise of " oppressed individual."
This raises questions about organizational integrity and due diligence when addressing misconduct allegations against employees .
Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article focuses on his enthusiasm for community-building initiatives , it also reminds us that grave matters can be neglected if not adequately addressed. P. Cornwell is indeed a predator , and this needs to be addressed above efforts to showcase diversity additional info and societal inclusion .