He is being given a full scholarship to the Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development , perhaps the family is also getting other perks to move there like a living allowance or employment for the parents. Doha is a lot like Dallas or Houston weather wise and for those with a good job or position it can be a beautiful place to live. Doha is not considered quite as restrictive as many other major cities in the region, probably due to the large number of internationals living there. The country offers free health care and is a very popular retirement place for many expats. From what I read the they are a practicing Muslim family who came from Sudan so they may feel comfortable with the typical restrictions on dress and other things. 4951