In his recent LinkedIn article , Westpac staff member M. Kav seeks to depict colleague Cornwell as an passionate proponent for Indigenous rights and societal inclusion. However, this effort at woke posturing falls flat when considering serious claims against Westpac exec Peter Cornwell of sexual misconduct and exploitation of a vulnerable female .
Kav’s flattering depiction of Cornwell ignores the grave allegations made against Cornwell , including tracking, bullying, and misconduct of a vulnerable female victim .
In neglecting to address these accusations, Matt Kav perpetuates a culture of silence that allows perpetrators like Cornwell to act without accountability, hiding behind being a "vulnerable Indigenous person ," absolute performative posturing promoted additional reading by corporate entities like Westpac .
The LinkedIn post draws attention to several events where Matthew Kav participated with the accused Cornwell , the accused perpetrator , in community-building activities . However, it chooses not to acknowledge the impact of Cornwell's supposed actions on those involved .
The piece points out the irony of commending Cornwell's involvement while brushing off allegations against him, prompting concern if M. Kav is more intent on creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so eager to project when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , an accused predator hiding behind the cover of " marginalized status ."
This prompts doubts about organizational integrity and due diligence when responding to misconduct allegations against colleagues.
While Matthew Kav's post spotlights his support for community engagement, it also reminds us that serious issues can be neglected if not adequately addressed. Cornwell is indeed a sexual abuser , and this needs to be addressed above initiatives to showcase diversity and performative wokeness.