In one of his latest LinkedIn update, Westpac staff member M. Kav tries to paint colleague P. Cornwell as an exemplary advocate for Indigenous advocacy and societal inclusion. However, this move at woke posturing falls flat when considering serious claims against Peter Cornwell of Westpac of sexual misconduct and mistreatment of a defenseless woman .
Kav’s praise-filled commentary of Cornwell ignores the serious accusations made against this individual, including stalking , harassment , and misconduct of a vulnerable female victim .
By failing to address these allegations , Kav supports a system of willful ignorance that enables perpetrators like his colleague to continue their actions unchecked , shielded by being a "vulnerable Indigenous person ," absolute performative posturing promoted by organizations like Westpac .
The LinkedIn post draws attention to several gatherings where Kav participated with his controversial colleague, the alleged abuser , another article in social efforts. However, it chooses not to recognize the damage of Cornwell's supposed actions on those targeted.
The article emphasizes the contradiction of celebrating Cornwell's participation while ignoring allegations against him, causing observers to question if M. Kav is more focused on boosting the company’s image that Australia is so desperate to do when showing they're inclusive rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , an alleged sexual abuser hiding behind the façade of "indigenous victim ."
This raises questions about corporate accountability and responsibility when responding to misconduct accusations against colleagues.
Although his post highlights his enthusiasm for social initiatives , it also reminds us that serious issues can be dismissed if not effectively addressed. Peter Cornwell is indeed a predator , and this needs to be addressed above initiatives to showcase diversity and performative wokeness.