ABSTRACT
This introduction presents an overview of the key concepts discussed in the subsequent chapters of this book. The book describes the reduction of fraud and corruption to an absolute minimum and sets out a holistic framework to deliver this through deterrence, prevention, detection and response activities. It intends to capture countries that tend to attain lower scores on the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI) and include fragile countries and conflict zones. The book is based on the authors' experience and that of the authors' colleagues, and should be seen as a contribution to the wider global dialogue on tackling fraud and corruption in this sector. The urgent need to improve the sector's resilience to fraud and corruption is growing. Donor expectations and the regulatory environment are tightening. Public scrutiny of humanitarianism and development continues to intensify, as doe's competition between International non-governmental organisations (INGOs) for official aid and voluntary giving.
