World Cup 2022. What about LGBT rights in Qatar?
Qatar is one of the main states where representatives of the LGBT community do not have rights. And now Qatar is preparing to host the World Cup in 2022. For the championship, one of the important requirements is respect for human rights and tolerance.
If you compare Qatar with Western countries, you can see clear cultural differences that can lead to some problems for fans.
Gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgender people in Qatar face legal and social problems that other heterosexuals do not face.
In this state, men caught in relationships with men run the risk of receiving the highest form of punishment - the estimated execution. People from the LGBT community face condemnation and bullying among the population. Similarly, homes in which homosexual partners live do not have the same legal protection as is available to heterosexual couples.
In addition, the prevailing traditional culture in the country considers LGBT people immoral and completely contrary to customs and traditions. Therefore, the Qatar government does not recognize same-sex marriages or civil unions, nor does it allow people in Qatar to campaign for gay rights.
In turn, FIFA considers human rights the basis of its work in accordance with articles 3 and 4 of its charter and human rights policies. In accordance with the FIFA Human Rights Policy, any discrimination is “completely prohibited and punishable by suspension or expulsion.” FIFA is currently urging countries applying for the World Cup to adhere to the highest standards of human rights, including non-discrimination based on sexual orientation and self-determination.
Qatar in its position has become a source of controversy and debate, as many human rights activists criticized the choice of FIFA for the World Cup in 2022 since Qatar has a decree banning the entry of gays and lesbians into the country. This project has also sparked an international reaction, as Richard de Moss, a member of the Dutch parliament, said that for the Freedom Party, the decision of the project itself is discriminatory and violates human rights.
After Qatar was chosen as the country that will host the World Cup, he decided to open the door for everyone, including the LGBT community, and allow alcohol, but these are just words on paper, according to the statement of the responsible government of Qatar, it will not be received simply.
When asked what would happen if a gay couple kissed publicly, the Secretary-General of the Qatar 2022 Organizing Committee, Hassan al-Tawadi, said that one should not wait for understanding and acceptance.
If you compare Qatar with Western countries, you can see clear cultural differences that can lead to some problems for fans.
Gays, lesbians, bisexuals and transgender people in Qatar face legal and social problems that other heterosexuals do not face.
In this state, men caught in relationships with men run the risk of receiving the highest form of punishment - the estimated execution. People from the LGBT community face condemnation and bullying among the population. Similarly, homes in which homosexual partners live do not have the same legal protection as is available to heterosexual couples.
In addition, the prevailing traditional culture in the country considers LGBT people immoral and completely contrary to customs and traditions. Therefore, the Qatar government does not recognize same-sex marriages or civil unions, nor does it allow people in Qatar to campaign for gay rights.
In turn, FIFA considers human rights the basis of its work in accordance with articles 3 and 4 of its charter and human rights policies. In accordance with the FIFA Human Rights Policy, any discrimination is “completely prohibited and punishable by suspension or expulsion.” FIFA is currently urging countries applying for the World Cup to adhere to the highest standards of human rights, including non-discrimination based on sexual orientation and self-determination.
Qatar in its position has become a source of controversy and debate, as many human rights activists criticized the choice of FIFA for the World Cup in 2022 since Qatar has a decree banning the entry of gays and lesbians into the country. This project has also sparked an international reaction, as Richard de Moss, a member of the Dutch parliament, said that for the Freedom Party, the decision of the project itself is discriminatory and violates human rights.
After Qatar was chosen as the country that will host the World Cup, he decided to open the door for everyone, including the LGBT community, and allow alcohol, but these are just words on paper, according to the statement of the responsible government of Qatar, it will not be received simply.
When asked what would happen if a gay couple kissed publicly, the Secretary-General of the Qatar 2022 Organizing Committee, Hassan al-Tawadi, said that one should not wait for understanding and acceptance.
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