In a rainbow-trimmed robe at the World Cup, a gay Qatari doctor advocates for equal rights (opens original article in a new tab)

A gay Qatari doctor wearing a rainbow-trimmed robe at the World Cup advocates for LGBTQ+ rights, despite facing persecution in his home country and living in exile.

• Dr. Nasser Mohamed wore a rainbow-trimmed Qatari bisht at the World Cup to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights
• Mohamed, a gay Qatari doctor in exile, campaigns for equal rights and supports others facing persecution
• Qatar prohibits gay sex, and Mohamed was disowned by his family for his sexuality and activism
• Mohamed organized a dance party in San Francisco to celebrate LGBTQ+ pride and support