The Dual Burden of Air Hostesses in Nepal: Beyond the Glamour
Summary
In Nepal, air hostesses face a double burden balancing strict professional demands and traditional family roles, experiencing limited empowerment despite the profession's glamorous image.
Key Points
- The profession of air hostess in Nepal symbolizes prestige and empowerment but presents significant challenges including emotional labor and strict appearance standards.
- Air hostesses face double burdens: meeting professional work expectations while fulfilling traditional family and societal roles.
- The job is often temporary with low base pay, and women face early career exits due to age, marriage, and pregnancy pressures.
- There is inadequate psychological support for air hostesses despite the significant mental stress caused by their work and social pressures.
