CATHOLIC RISK AND INSURANCE SERVICES LTD

Catholic Risk and Insurance Services Ltd (CRIS) is a not-for-profit, church-owned organisation dedicated to supporting Catholic entities across Australia in managing their risk and insurance needs. Established in response to the withdrawal of Catholic Church Insurance Ltd from active insurance provision, CRIS operates as a collaborative group purchasing body, leveraging the collective strength of the Catholic community to secure cost-effective and tailored insurance solutions. This approach enables Catholic organisations to focus more resources on their core mission while benefiting from expert risk management and insurance services.

Mission and Vision

The mission of CRIS is to empower Catholic entities by providing strategic risk management and quality insurance procurement services that are responsive to their unique needs. The vision is to be the leading organisation in Australia for Catholic risk management and insurance, fostering solidarity and stewardship within the Church community to protect and advance its mission.

Main Objectives

• Assist Catholic entities in obtaining value-for-money insurance coverage through collective purchasing power.
• Provide expert risk management services to identify, assess, and mitigate risks effectively.
• Advocate and represent Catholic organisations in dealings with insurers and regulatory bodies.
• Enhance transparency and data insight to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Support compliance with regulatory requirements and promote best practices in risk management.

Benefiting Groups

• Catholic dioceses and archdioceses
• Religious orders and congregations
• Catholic educational institutions including schools and colleges
• Health and aged care providers within the Catholic community
• Social service organisations affiliated with the Church

Types of Services and Activities

• Insurance procurement through group tendering and broker negotiations to secure competitive premiums and comprehensive coverage.
• Risk management services including risk assessments, crisis management planning, and implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Claims oversight and advocacy to facilitate efficient claims handling and maximise recovery outcomes.
• Data analytics and benchmarking to provide clients with actionable insights and improve risk management practices.
• Consulting and advisory services offering tailored guidance on risk treatment, business continuity, and emergency preparedness.