Investigation errors often stem from bias, poor documentation, lack of procedural fairness & failing to follow a legally compliant process

This event is available free to CER subscribers only. If you’d like to participate but aren’t a CER subscriber, there is a fee of $120. Please register your attendance, and we’ll follow up with an invoice. For more information, please get in touch with us.

Led by CER’s Principal, this essential webinar is designed specifically for leaders within Catholic organisations who are responsible for fostering safe, respectful and legally compliant workplaces. Workplace investigations carry significant legal, reputational, and pastoral implications – yet many falter due to common pitfalls such as bias, inadequate documentation, lack of procedural fairness and inconsistent processes.

This session will provide practical, legally grounded guidance on how to approach investigations with integrity, transparency and compassion, while meeting your statutory obligations and aligning with organisational values. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how to structure and conduct investigations that are fair, thorough and defensible, reducing risk and strengthening trust within their communities.

Key outcomes include:

• Identifying and avoiding the most common investigation pitfalls
• Ensuring procedural fairness and natural justice throughout the process
• Applying consistent, legally compliant investigation frameworks
• Strengthening documentation and record-keeping practices
• Balancing legal requirements with pastoral care and ethical leadership

Participants will leave with actionable strategies to improve investigation practices, enhance governance and confidently manage workplace complaints in a way that protects both people and the mission of their organisation.