In 10 countries around the world, you can be put to death just because of who you love. Qatar is one of those countries. So, how is it hosting one of the world's biggest sporting events in just over two weeks?
#FIFA (the International Federation of Association Football) made a huge mistake when it chose Qatar to host the 2022 Men's World Cup – a mistake that may cost people their lives. And now, as the games approach, FIFA continues to turn a blind eye to the increasingly brutal crackdown on the country’s LGBT+ community.
Just last week, reporting by Human Rights Watch indicated that Qatar's Preventive Security Department (or "secret police") are arbitrarily rounding up and arresting members of the LGBT+ community. Many have faced severe and repeated beatings, sexual harassment, and even forced conversion therapy.
And, Dr. Nas Mohamed – an out and proud gay Qatari – shared with All Out that trans folks are being held in underground prisons, denied resources for their transition, and even facing "corrective rape."Qatar is simply not a safe place for FIFA to be hosting the World Cup!
Luc, as FIFA drags its feet in supporting the LGBT+ community, we need to dial up the pressure! Can we count on you to sign Nas's petition urging FIFA to help protect Qatar's LGBT+ community?
| Absolutely, I'll sign now |
Thank you for your solidarity,Justin Lessner, All Out(he/him)
PS: Remember that you too can start your own petition for LGBT+ rights. Get started here.
SOURCE: ●︎ Qatar: Security Forces Arrest, Abuse LGBT People – Human Rights Watch
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