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HRWI stands for "Human Rights Watch International." It is a non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to promoting and defending human rights around the world. Founded in 1978, HRWI conducts research, investigations, and advocacy campaigns to expose human rights abuses, hold perpetrators accountable, and advocate for justice, equality, and dignity for all people. The organization monitors human rights conditions in countries across the globe, documenting violations such as torture, political repression, discrimination, censorship, and violations of international humanitarian law. HRWI publishes reports, articles, and multimedia content to raise awareness about human rights issues and mobilize public support for positive change. The organization also engages with governments, intergovernmental organizations, civil society groups, and the media to press for policy reforms, legal protections, and enforcement mechanisms to uphold human rights standards and norms. HRWI focuses on a wide range of human rights issues, including women's rights, children's rights, refugee rights, LGBTQ+ rights, freedom of expression, and the rights of marginalized and vulnerable populations. Through its work, HRWI seeks to empower individuals and communities to advocate for their rights, challenge injustice, and build a more just, inclusive, and accountable world where human rights are respected, protected, and upheld for everyone, everywhere.