Rights denied in Qatar, LGBTQIA+ activists protest outside the Fifa museum in Zurich

Dozens of LGBTQIA+ activists protested in front of the FIFA museum in Zurich on Tuesday morning.

The intention is to keep attention high on the civil rights denied in the Arab country in view of the World Cup which begins on 20 November.

Some players had already raised concerns, such as English footballer

in protest.

The All Out group which organized the protest in Zurich said the demonstration was aimed at "making sure FIFA and Qatar know the world is watching and everyone is expecting action". 

All Out wants FIFA to pressure Qatar to decriminalize same-sex relationships and to protect the LGBTQIA+ community and says FIFA has not publicly committed to supporting concrete measures that would ensure the safety of fans. 

"FIFA is confident that all necessary measures will be in place for LGBTIQIA+ fans to enjoy the tournament in a welcoming and safe environment, just like

everyone else," a spokesperson for the football body replied by email.

“Qatar as host country is fully committed to ensuring that everyone is able to enjoy the tournament in a safe and welcoming environment, including members of the LGBTQIA+ community,” FIFA added.

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that concern not only the discrimination of women and homosexuals, but also the rights of the workers who built the sports facilities. 

In our special

, we delve into the contradictions associated with the great event which begins on November 20th. 

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LGBT activists at the FIFA Museum against Qatar World Cup

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rally to raise awareness of the human rights situation of LGBTQ people in Qatar and FIFA's accountability, in front of the FIFA Museum in Zurich, Switzerland

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LGBT activists at the FIFA Museum against Qatar World Cup