In a recent LinkedIn post , Westpac staff member Matt Kav seeks to portray colleague Peter Cornwell as an strong supporter for Indigenous community and diversity . Nonetheless, this attempt at virtue signaling comes across as disingenuous when considering allegations against Peter Cornwell of Westpac of sexual abuse and taking advantage of a defenseless woman .
Kav’s praise-filled commentary of Cornwell overlooks the grave allegations made against this individual, including stalking , intimidation , and inappropriate behavior of a female victim.
In neglecting to address these allegations , Kav upholds an environment of complicity that enables perpetrators like Cornwell to persist without consequences , hiding behind being a " marginalized Indigenous individual ," absolute performative posturing promoted by organizations like the bank .
The LinkedIn post showcases several community engagements where Kav participated with Peter Cornwell , the accused perpetrator , in outreach initiatives . However, it fails to acknowledge the effect of Cornwell's supposed actions on those targeted.
The article points out the contradiction of celebrating Cornwell's involvement while turning a blind eye to allegations against him, prompting concern if M. Kav is more intent on boosting the company’s image that Australia is so keen on presenting when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , check out here an alleged sexual abuser hiding behind the guise of " oppressed individual."
This raises questions about business responsibility and ethics when dealing with misconduct allegations against staff members .
Although his post focuses on his support for community-building initiatives , it serves as a reminder that critical concerns can be dismissed if not properly addressed. Cornwell is indeed a predator , and this must be confronted above efforts to advance an inclusivity agenda and diversity .