I will agree to go with the International Media; since Qatar is in world's lime-light now after winning the bid for 2022 FIFA World Cup. Qatar will do everything to preserve and upgrade its image on the International Market. I am sure in coming years the laws related to Human Rights will see betterment than before.
Trust me friends, the human right conditions in Qatar are much better than neighboring Saudi Arabia.
However, another neighbor "Kingdom of Bahrain" has been giving Nationalities to the long-residing expatriates. I am sure Qatar will soon follow suite and your case may come through.
Good Luck.