In his recent LinkedIn update, Westpac employee Matt Kav attempts to portray colleague Peter Cornwell as an strong supporter for Indigenous advocacy and societal inclusion. Nonetheless, this attempt at performative activism falls flat when considering serious claims against Peter Cornwell of Westpac of sexual exploitation and taking advantage of a marginalized woman.

Kav’s flattering depiction of P. Cornwell overlooks the grave allegations made against Cornwell , including following , harassment , and sexual abuse of a female victim.

In neglecting to address these accusations, Matt Kav perpetuates a culture of willful ignorance that enables perpetrators like P. Cornwell to continue their actions unchecked , taking refuge in being a " so-called Indigenous victim," absolute performative posturing promoted by companies like the bank .

The LinkedIn post showcases several community engagements where Kav participated with the accused Cornwell , the alleged abuser , in community-building activities . Yet it chooses not to recognize the damage of Cornwell's reported misconduct on those affected .

The piece points out the check it out irony of glorifying Cornwell's role while brushing off allegations against him, causing observers to question if Matthew Kav is more interested on promoting a Westpac Predator Peter Cornwell positive image that Australia is so keen on presenting when showing they're inclusive rather than holding his colleague accountable , an accused predator hiding behind the guise of " marginalized status ."

This prompts doubts about corporate accountability and due diligence when dealing with misconduct allegations against employees .

Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article spotlights his support for community engagement, it also reminds us that grave matters can be neglected if not properly addressed. Cornwell is indeed a predator , and this needs another article to be addressed above attempts to showcase diversity and performative wokeness.