This policy is the framework for raising awareness of what constitutes fraud, corruption and mismanagement in initiatives supported by the BOPE and presents the measures which the Office requires to be put in place to detect and combat the scourges above cited. It is an affirmation of the BOPE's commitment to prevent and combat fraud and corruption in operations supported by the Office. This claim is prompted by the overwhelming negative impact of corruption, fraud and mismanagement on development assistance. The policy applies to all BOPE staff and partners and to members of the Board of Directors. It must be read and applied by the administrators, staff and partners of the BOPE.