Human Rights Watch

Definition

Human Rights Watch is an international non-governmental organization that conducts research and advocacy on human rights. Its mission is to expose freedom violations, hold abusers accountable, and champion justice and basic human dignity worldwide.

Related terms

Amnesty International:

An international non-governmental organization focused on human rights advocacy, especially for prisoners of conscience.

Non: Governmental Organization (NGO) - A nonprofit group that operates independently of any government, typically one whose purpose is to address a social or political issue.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights:

A milestone document drafted by representatives from all regions of the world, outlining fundamental human rights to be universally protected