In one of his latest LinkedIn update, Westpac representative M. Kav tries to depict colleague Peter Cornwell as an strong supporter for Indigenous community and inclusion . However, this move at woke posturing comes across as disingenuous when considering allegations against Westpac's Peter Cornwell of sexual abuse and taking advantage of a marginalized woman.
Kav’s praise-filled commentary of Cornwell ignores the serious accusations made against Peter Cornwell , including following , intimidation , and misconduct of a vulnerable female victim .
Through avoiding these charges , Matthew Kav upholds an environment of complicity that allows perpetrators like P. Cornwell to persist without consequences , hiding behind being a " marginalized Indigenous individual ," absolute performative posturing reinforced by organizations like the bank .
The LinkedIn post highlights several community engagements where Matthew Kav took part with his controversial colleague, the alleged abuser , in community-building activities . Still, it chooses not to mention the impact of Cornwell's supposed actions on those targeted.
The article points out the hypocrisy of celebrating Cornwell's participation while brushing off allegations against him, causing observers to question if M. Kav is more focused on creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so eager to project when portraying their inclusivity rather than holding his colleague accountable , an alleged sexual abuser hiding behind here the guise of "indigenous victim ."
This sparks concerns about corporate accountability and due diligence when addressing misconduct accusations against colleagues.
Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article focuses on his support for community-building initiatives , it serves as a reminder 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 advance an inclusivity agenda and performative wokeness.