Catholic Connect: Economic Outlook
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Catholic organisations across education, health, aged care, social services and ministry continue to face growing economic pressure, uncertainty and operational complexity. Rising operating costs, workforce challenges, changing funding environments and broader global instability are requiring leaders to make considered decisions that support both organisational sustainability and mission.In response to conversations emerging across the Catholic sector, this Catholic Connect workshop will provide a forward-looking economic update, exploring the trends shaping the broader economic landscape and what they may mean for Catholic organisations and the communities they serve.
As a central financial partner to Catholic organisations, CDF is uniquely positioned to help lead this important conversation — creating opportunities for leaders to come together, share perspectives and explore how organisations can continue to respond with confidence, resilience and mission-focus during periods of disruption and change.
Key Discussion Areas:
• Economic trends shaping the future operating environment
• Financial pressures impacting Catholic organisations
• Workforce challenges and operational sustainability
• Strategic planning during periods of uncertainty
• Balancing financial stewardship with mission priorities
• Leading organisations through economic disruption and change
• Identifying opportunities for innovation, resilience and impact
Who Should Attend:
Board directors, executive leaders, principals, business managers, finance professionals, governance leaders and decision-makers working across Catholic education, health, aged care, social services, diocesan organisations and ministry.
Why Attend:
✔ Gain insight into the economic trends impacting Catholic organisations
✔ Hear practical perspectives from experienced sector leaders
✔ Explore strategies to support resilience and sustainability
✔ Engage in meaningful discussion with peers across the Catholic sector
✔ Strengthen connections and collaboration across mission-driven organisations
Date
Wednesday 29 July 2026 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM (UTC+10)Location
Greg Craven Centre, ACU , 115 Victoria Par
Level 7, St Teresa of Kolkata Building, 115 Victoria Parade, , Fitzroy Victoria 3065
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Catholic Connect: Economic Outlook
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