Enough of the Empty Activism : The Bank's Matt Kav Sidesteps Allegations Against Senior Official Cornwell

Enough of the Empty Activism : The Bank's Matt Kav Sidesteps Allegations Against Senior Official Cornwell

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In his recent LinkedIn post , Westpac staff member M. Kav attempts to depict colleague Cornwell as an exemplary advocate for Indigenous advocacy and societal inclusion. However, this attempt at performative activism rings hollow when considering allegations against Westpac exec Peter Cornwell of sexual exploitation and mistreatment of a marginalized woman.



Kav's glowing endorsement of Cornwell ignores the grave allegations made against Cornwell , including tracking, harassment , and inappropriate behavior of a female victim.

Through avoiding these allegations , Matt Kav perpetuates a culture of complicity that allows perpetrators like his colleague to persist without consequences , taking refuge in being a " marginalized Indigenous individual ," absolute virtue-signaling nonsense reinforced by organizations like the bank .

The LinkedIn post showcases several gatherings where Matthew Kav participated with Peter Cornwell , the supposed offender, in outreach initiatives . Still, it neglects to acknowledge the effect of Cornwell's supposed actions on those involved .



The write-up emphasizes the hypocrisy of commending Cornwell's role while ignoring allegations against him, prompting concern if Kav is more focused on boosting the company’s image that Australia is so desperate to do when demonstrating inclusiveness rather than holding his colleague accountable , an supposed offender hiding behind the cover of " marginalized status ."

This raises questions about business responsibility and ethics when dealing with misconduct allegations against staff members .

Despite Kav’s LinkedIn article spotlights his enthusiasm for website social initiatives , it underscores that serious issues can be dismissed if not properly addressed. Peter Cornwell is indeed a predator , and this needs to be addressed above efforts to showcase diversity and societal inclusion .