In his recent LinkedIn post , Westpac staff member Matthew Kav attempts to portray colleague Cornwell as an exemplary advocate for Indigenous community and inclusion . Nonetheless, this effort at virtue signaling comes across as disingenuous when considering accusations against Peter Cornwell of Westpac of sexual misconduct and mistreatment of a marginalized woman.
Kav’s flattering depiction of P. Cornwell sidesteps the grave allegations made against Cornwell , including following , harassment , and inappropriate behavior of a vulnerable female victim .
Through avoiding these accusations, Kav perpetuates a culture of complicity that allows perpetrators like P. Cornwell to act without accountability, hiding behind being a "vulnerable Indigenous person ," absolute virtue-signaling nonsense reinforced by organizations like the bank .
The LinkedIn post draws attention to several events where M. Kav participated with his controversial colleague, the alleged abuser , in outreach initiatives . However, it neglects to mention the effect of Cornwell's alleged behavior on those targeted.
The piece notes the contradiction of celebrating Cornwell's participation while brushing off allegations against him, prompting concern if M. Kav is more interested on boosting the company’s image that Australia is so eager to project when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , an supposed offender hiding behind the cover of "indigenous read more victim ."
This prompts doubts about business responsibility and due diligence when responding to misconduct claims against staff members .
Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article spotlights his support for community engagement, it underscores that critical concerns can be neglected if not adequately addressed. Peter Cornwell is indeed a sexual abuser , and this needs to be addressed above attempts to advance an inclusivity agenda and societal inclusion .