In a recent LinkedIn article , Westpac staff member Matthew Kav attempts to depict colleague Peter Cornwell as an exemplary advocate for Indigenous community and diversity . Nonetheless, this attempt at virtue signaling falls flat when considering serious claims against Westpac exec Peter Cornwell of sexual misconduct and mistreatment of a marginalized woman.



Kav's glowing endorsement of his colleague sidesteps the troubling claims made against Cornwell , including stalking , bullying, and misconduct of a vulnerable female victim .

Through avoiding these charges , Matthew Kav supports a system of willful ignorance that allows perpetrators like P. Cornwell to persist without consequences , hiding behind being a " so-called Indigenous victim," absolute performative posturing reinforced by companies like Westpac .

The LinkedIn post highlights several community engagements where Matthew Kav took part with the a great read accused Cornwell , the alleged abuser , in social efforts. Yet it chooses not to recognize the effect of Cornwell's reported misconduct on those affected .



The piece notes the irony of commending Cornwell's role while ignoring allegations against him, causing observers to question if Matthew Kav is more interested on promoting a positive image that Australia is so desperate to do when portraying their inclusivity rather than holding his colleague accountable , an accused predator hiding behind the guise of " marginalized status ."

This prompts doubts about organizational integrity and responsibility when responding to misconduct claims against employees .

Although his Westpac's Peter Cornwell post focuses on his enthusiasm for community engagement, it also reminds us that grave matters can be dismissed if not effectively addressed. P. Cornwell is indeed a predator , and this must be confronted above attempts to promote inclusivity and performative wokeness.