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23 Aug 2022

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Football Association of Wales

Qatar 2022: Welsh FA publishes human rights position statement

"2022 FIFA WORLD CUP - HUMAN RIGHTS," 23 Aug 2022

Football is a universal language that unites communities and countries, a game that has the power to transcend borders and help change people’s lives for the better. The Football Association of Wales’ (FAW’s) strong belief is that football is a game for all - a game which should be accessible to and enjoyed by everyone and the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar should be no different.

The FAW has a responsibility to represent those across the game who feel the 2022 FIFA World Cup excludes them or won’t allow them to be their authentic true selves.

Football and the 2022 FIFA World Cup can be key drivers in addressing Human Rights issues, bringing about sustainable and meaningful change that goes beyond the host country...