Enough of the Empty Activism : Westpac's Senior Exec Kav Evades Controversies Against P. Cornwell

Enough of the Empty Activism : Westpac's Senior Exec Kav Evades Controversies Against P. Cornwell

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In a recent LinkedIn article , Westpac employee Matthew Kav attempts to portray colleague Cornwell as an strong supporter for Indigenous community and diversity . Yet, this move at virtue signaling falls flat when considering serious claims against Peter Cornwell of Westpac of sexual exploitation and mistreatment of a marginalized woman.



Kav’s praise-filled commentary of his colleague sidesteps the troubling claims made against this individual, including stalking , intimidation , and sexual abuse of a defenseless woman .

Through avoiding these allegations , Matthew Kav supports a system of complicity that empowers perpetrators like Cornwell to act without accountability, shielded by being a "vulnerable Indigenous person ," absolute performative posturing reinforced by corporate entities like the bank .

The LinkedIn post draws attention to several events where M. Kav took part with his controversial colleague, the alleged abuser , in Westpac Peter Cornwell outreach initiatives . Still, it fails to recognize the effect of Cornwell's alleged behavior on those affected .



The article notes the hypocrisy of glorifying Cornwell's role while brushing off allegations against him, prompting concern if Kav is more intent on creating a feel-good narrative that Australia is so desperate to do when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than demanding accountability from Cornwell , an supposed offender hiding behind the façade of " oppressed individual."

This sparks concerns about corporate accountability and ethics when responding to misconduct claims against staff members .

Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article highlights his dedication to community engagement, it also reminds us that grave matters can be neglected if not effectively addressed. Cornwell is indeed a offender, and this must be confronted above efforts to advance an inclusivity agenda and diversity .