Why are people in the comments so upset? She's giving her honest opinion. It's an interview. Do you really expect her to lie about her thoughts and feelings of living there?

@dadad9342

4 жыл бұрын

She needs to be respectful. I would love to hear Adhan 5x daily

@jarule8065

4 жыл бұрын

well said!

@ricardoeddy3709

4 жыл бұрын

Because people they're so jealous of her 👧this lady she is telling the truth she honest lot's of luck and happiness for all those people working in Saudi Arabia🇸🇦🇸🇦

From what I've heard from family living in Saudi Arabia, a LOT has changed since the woman posted this video. Many laws and restrictions have been lifted around 3 years ago due to the new crown prince, I believe. I visited Riyadh twice in 2022, the first time was March 2022 and I was there to visit my brother for 3 weeks. In August 2022 I went back and lived there for 2 months. I plan to return to Saudi Arabia to move there permanently because it is, in my opinion, a truly wonderful place. I was mainly surrounded by my brother's friends and colleagues but they were from all over the world and great people. I eventually moved to East Riyadh and I was the only white female around, which was odd and I got stared at a lot, but it was not dangerous. I absolutely love Saudi Arabia and I am surprised at the fear so many people have of the country. Don't believe all of the fear that westerners believe pertaining to Islamic countries and the Middle East. At least in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, countries I visited personally. It is more safe and peaceful than I could explain. I wish more women would speak of their experience in Saudi Arabia since the more lenient laws were put into place. I was able to legally drive my brother's car. I was never bothered by anyone there when I wore western style clothes instead of covering myself. Hearing that call to prayer... Brings back happy memories :) I can't wait to find a job there and return permanently! The U.S. is too expensive and regulated. I look forward to the peace and tolerance of Riyadh again.

@noneofyourbuizness

5 ай бұрын

I mean I m hearing alot from non Muslim westerners like families that it is a wonderful place If you like the party alcohol and crazy life of course it isn't for you

In my opinion as a Saudi citizen, I could say that the speaker or interlocutor cannot judge fairly and justly about living in Saudi Arabia because she is actually living in a compound. I am from Hofuf, where there are a lot of activities such as Oqair Beach, Alqarah Mountain, Jwathat, and many resort where you can hang out with your friends costing only $200-500$. There are really luxurious resorts with a lot of facilities. If you are interested in knowing more about Hofuf specifically or Saudi Arabia generally text me, please. By the way, I am living in Illinois which is not far a way from Michigan and the weather is totally like Saudi Arabia but in Coldness. The cold is nine months and you have only three to five months to enjoy the weather.

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. Here's a couple of things to think about. This person lived in Riyadh for several years before moving to Hofuf. Uqair Beach is about 100 km from where she's currently living and she doesn't have car. Another thing is that your perspective on life in Saudi is going to be vastly different to hers because you're a local and she's a foreigner. This channel is all about the outsiders perspective. It's awesome that a local like you wants to help out, but we also want people to get an idea of what life is like before they move there. In saying that, if you'd like to give an expat interview about life in Illinois for people to watch, we would be more than happy to set up an interview with you. What do you think? If you're down to, email us at expatseverywhere@gmail.com Thanks again for connecting to our community. We'd love to hear from you.

@cnacma

4 жыл бұрын

Of course she’s stuck on the compound. Saudi Arabia horribly abuses its woman and forces them to cover from head to toe in the desert and makes them have a “male chaperone” if they want to do anything like they’re a toddler. It’s a disgusting horrendous misogynistic medieval culture. It makes me sick to my stomach how you treat your women.

@Fon09fon

4 жыл бұрын

λεβελ γυπα > 1000

@MashAllahMari

Жыл бұрын

I am Muslim InshAllah I would like to move to Saudi one day but I would not enjoy living on a compound

Jennifer, thanks for sharing your experiences and thoughts with us. Wishing you happiness and health x

@azharmahmood4119

4 жыл бұрын

hiii

Expats Everywhere, Firstly, I am sorry that some people have not learned how to be polite when they respond to other people's opinion. Like the way hisham hiisham and ســامي KSA responded. Not all minerals are gold and gold isn't any mineral, so people too. Secondly, as some people said in the comments, Saudi Arabia is a big country and each region in it has different cultures and ways of living. But, still, the main cities such as Riyadh, Jeddah & Alkhobar or Dammam are the best places to live in Saudi. I live now in the United States and I meet many different kinds of people, but I haven't judged all people by one person actions. In fact, I found nice people here who treat me like a family. Finally, admitting the truth isn't a bad thing, and yes Saudi Arabia is not the best place to live in. But, still, there are many pros and cons and that do not make us wrong or bad, we just have different cultures. But, inside we all are same, we are humans. Jennifer, I wish for you a happy life where ever you live, and I want to say to you, "not every day is a sunny day"

@ExpatsEverywhere

7 жыл бұрын

Abdullah, that was very nice and sincere message. We agree with you. Without a genuine opinion from our interviewees, this channel wouldn't work. We appreciate people like you that respect people's opinions. Personally, I found my time in Saudi just fine. Nearly every single person that I met on a personal level was lovely and kind. There is a cultural divide between the two that our viewers need to see. If some people can't accept those opinions, that's fine. They can express their opinions as long as there is no cursing or harassment. We really appreciate viewers like you. Please share the video with others that you think would appreciate it. We wish you many blessings on your journey in the US. Thank you. Sincerely, ExpatsEverywhere Team

I’m getting a depressing vibe from this lady.

@khatuna801

5 жыл бұрын

Me too. She looks sad.

@hayleyscomet3447

5 жыл бұрын

Khatuna KT if I were in that position I would be too. I go nuts when I can’t go places.

@Sonia1913

4 жыл бұрын

She acts like she is in prison. Like I'll be glad when this contract is over

@OT-uo8ws

4 жыл бұрын

Sameee

@OT-uo8ws

4 жыл бұрын

Why is she acting like she's in a concentration camp da f??

I never felt constricted in Riyadh, she has built her world around what she has found in the Kingdom, but not really ventured out. I could walk anywhere on my own and I did, I went shopping on my own....if her life was just going out into the dessert and yoga, I feel sorry for her, there really is so much more if you expand your horizons and are willing to make friends. Strangely enough I found many people from the USA like her..........sad.

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Hi, you're writing in the past tense would leads us to believe that you've moved. Have you lived there recently and would you be willing to do an interview so people can her your perspective?

@ameritas2

5 жыл бұрын

It's many years since I lived there.....but I am kept up to date on what has changed by a NZ friend who was there before I arrived and who is still there since I left. If you have questions I would be happy to answer them.

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@KatErina-ii6ru

5 жыл бұрын

Many Americans are scared of Arabs :P Even living in the Arab countries

@sheeliekittie9298

2 жыл бұрын

@@ameritas2 I would like to hear more about your experiences here in KSA! Are you from America?

I can relate to what she is saying but I live in a village in Saudi also but live is dependent on how you live it and the individuals living. My experience here is a great one but some of the little things she focused on don’t border me. I explore every culture and traditions here, increasing my network both locals and foreigners. Making use of every opportunity to recreate and live a positive life. I lived in Staten Island in NYC before I came here. No place on this planet is free of challenges and life battles but I choose my battles correctly. No negative energy and I love the peace and security in this country. Have lived here for 7years and I think I have a say when it comes to what it means to live here. I made several videos on Saudi so don’t judge a country based on one individual’s perspective. But I like the fact that she is honest about how she feels. A lot has changed though. Thanks you for this video.

@ExpatsEverywhere

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Evangel! Good to hear from you. Great perspective. We have a new Saudi interview coming out soon. Hope you like it.

@flirk7778

2 жыл бұрын

Going to up your videos right now!

@dr.aliadixonnursepractitio6473

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment..To be honest she sounds like a disgruntled individual regardless where she lives from her spirit and energy..first thing she said was “unfortunately they have prayer 5 times a day and good thing it’s tuned out” She went to a country that is hyper religious so RESPECTING their culture is a must..im moving to work between UAE and Saudi this fall as a medical diplomat (in USA an advance nurse which is a nurse practitioner) and I have connected with a black American teacher from New York and a white Canadian registered nurse and both are living their best lives..they stay fit healthy and cute They are dating one currently engaged to marry a man from Yemen in December they travel a lot and go out they both been there 5 plus years and love their jobs too..I pick up on energy and her energy speaks “miserable and bitter”” You attract what you! Playing victim will always make you unhappy regardless where you are located..im heading over to your channel thank you for commenting

@Mmmmkaaay

Жыл бұрын

@@dr.aliadixonnursepractitio6473 "They are dating one currently engaged to marry a man from Yemen..." You proved her point. There is no fraternizing or dating Saudi men with the intention for marriage in Saudi Arabia. Some compounds are all women! I can see how it would be frustrating month after month being shut away from the opposite sex. It's ILLEGAL for a woman to talk to a man in public who isn't a spouse or family member.

@dr.aliadixonnursepractitio6473

Жыл бұрын

@@Mmmmkaaay I didn't prove anyone's "point" again one of them are engaged soon to be married who said they are "out" in Saudi except YOU..Reading is fundamental..I don't go back and forth with people who try to pick a comment that they are unable to comprehend correctly..However have a good day..

You went there for the money while you in fact look down on Saudis! Why bother travel to the other side of the world, twice, for few more dollars from people you despise and clearly consider them a cult! I believe you should start evaluating your self before judging others.

A lot has changed in Saudi Arabia since 2017.

Thanks for all the information. I’ve shared this with a friend who is considering taking a teaching job there.

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Karen Farr You’re welcome. We have several female teacher’s perspective on Saudi Arabia. Thanks for the share. Let us know if we can help with anything else.

@DaScorpioQueen1026

4 жыл бұрын

Expats Everywhere, it’s a pleasure. We are on our 9th year and soon to be 4th country, abroad. Videos like the ones you create are a vital part of helping new teachers learn about what they are walking into.

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Karen Farr Truly humbled. What you said is why we do it. We’re just trying to grow this thing so we can get even more content out there for those that find it useful. Thanks for the help. 🙏

@Silveryback

Жыл бұрын

If you want more current information from a lecturer who teaches at a university in Riyadh, search for the channel of my friend. His channel is simply named James Foster and I usually find his content by searching James Foster Saudi Arabia. He tours the city and shows off the place and explains the significance of it, among other content. He also gives historical commentary and other cool stuff.

Hi Jennifer, Thanks for sharing your experience living here. I understand how your lifestyle has been changed, what I don't understand is how someone is compromising his/her freedom over couple of thousands boxes.

@Aluzcz

2 жыл бұрын

She is obviously super uncomfortable living in KSA, open about it but also super polite and carefool about her wording. To me this seems its just about the money. I'm just watching this videos as i was offered project in KSA but as someone from Europe i'm starting to see, way to many downsides of working and living for a year in KSA. I may get some extra money - but not loads as i will be still employed by the same company, i may get some working experience and cultural experience. But thats it, for that i will pay with my personal freedom.

Thanks, I'm about to relocate to Saudi for 18 months from Dubai .... was good insights

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Have you had a chance to see one of the videos from a guy's perspective?

@09smike

4 жыл бұрын

@@ExpatsEverywhereyes

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

@@09smike Ok, great. Let us know if you need anything. Thanks again for watching.

@hellophoenix

3 жыл бұрын

@@09smike This interview was done 4 years ago and lots of things has changed since then . Also, she lived in Riyadh but she talked mostly about Hufuf , a small town. Your experience as a guy in a Riyadh or Jeddah now will not be the same as a woman in a small town 4 years ago.

I like her honesty, and her humor. She likes it there, but there are some differences that can be discouraging for a woman who is used to going places and doing stuff. Other Saudi women have commented that they are able to do so much more, but this nice lady is a foreigner and has to live in a compound. Since this is the 2nd time she's been in Saudi, it sounds like the 1st time she was in a larger city and maybe even a larger compound where there was more things to do and people to interact with She did mention the good parts of her staying there, as in saving several thousand $$$ a month to traveling to Egypt, etc. and she has met a lot of nice people there although it sounds like they are dissuaded from meeting the locals. She's doing the best she can with the situation she's in.

@ExpatsEverywhere

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for supporting and understand our interviewee. You hit the nail on the head with Jenn.

I’m at 12:00, if you have to cover, how do you go swimming?

@amersiraz7455

5 жыл бұрын

if u r in front of women u can wear loose cloths u wont understand unless u see it lol

Great interview... thank you!

@ExpatsEverywhere

3 жыл бұрын

Jewelssparks thank you 🙏

Oh wow she is really selling it 😫🤦🏻‍♀️

@ricardoeddy3709

4 жыл бұрын

Cost you nothing to saying something nice

I've worked in Wisconsin, USA before. And it was boring too lol. I didn't expect that. I had plans on going back in the US but because of the global pandemic, getting visa is impossible. So I'm planning to work in SA. There are a lot of Filipino expats in SA. I hope you can interview them. :)

It is March now and the weather is lovely. Too bad this expat did not go around Saudi and meet the people. It is a fascinating culture. By the way, I have never lived in a compound.

@hawat10

7 жыл бұрын

Janis DavisJanis Thanks for being honest I really liked What you said. Many expats never leave the compound and socialize and then describe the country as a jail. Kinda hard to hear people saying bad things about you without respect while they are living with you.

@raincoathaveli

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for giving an alternative view to life in S.A. I am sure the woman in this video is a nice person, but to be honest she was offensive in this video with her constant critiques of the culture. If you were not okay with the culture of the place then you should not go to a particular place.

I think it would be interesting to try living in S.A. I imagine a woman would need to use her eyes more often to convey feelings. I might even cover my face too. It would feel mysterious, as if I were playing a character.

Is a compound like guarded or something? Is it all foreign people?

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, compounds are guarded. Some are guarded more than others. Not all compounds are completely foreign but in general, yes, it would be mainly, if not completely full of foreigners.The one she lived on was small but with 100% foreigners.

Regardings weather, so, It means, there is no need to take sweaters, costs, jackets?

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Me Bcn Good question. The AC inside gets cold so you might want to bring something for indoors and during winters, the temperature really drops at night so mornings can be cold. Just don’t bother packing heavy.

@mebcn5850

4 жыл бұрын

@@ExpatsEverywhere thanks so much!👏😉

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Me Bcn You’re welcome. Thanks for the comment.

Its true she does not seem super Happy, but its being sincere about her own personall experience. There are so many videos like this and all are different. She is just being herself.

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Me Bcn 100% We appreciate you recognizing that and commenting.

I appreciated her sense of humor and her perspective. I hope she’s made some good friends.

I did this in Abu Dhabi, and our compounds were old. I was about 1.5 hours from the Saudi border. No pool. No amenities, etc. I still had a good time. The kids were a real challenge both in school and in the compounds. I like the tax free salary, the opportunity to travel and save money. And yes, it is hot.

@ExpatsEverywhere

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience.

I appreciate the video and many of the videos Expats Everywhere post. I also appreciate this particular expat's experience and opinions. However! Living anywhere you must approach it from a different mindset. You did not have to choose to go to Saudi Arabia. It's a desert, yet you complained about it being hot. It's a muslim and conservative country but yet you described the abaya being worn by the women as frumpy, unattractive, and called it a sack? I respect her views and opinions but its extremely mind blowing that she did not take the opportunity to grow more understanding of the culture.

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the love and support of our content. We'll try to keep putting genuine interviews out for people like you. Also, thank you for commenting in a respectful way. Great stuff.

@lengocampo1002

5 жыл бұрын

I stopped listening to her after she said that they are lucky they are only hearing one of the 5 prayers. She is very disrespectful of the country that she chose to do her job at. I bet she wouldn't earn what she is earning in Saudi in her hometown.

@dr.aliadixonnursepractitio6473

Жыл бұрын

Yes I said the exact same thing! She is a miserable self entitled who’re women..so disrespectful about prayer This world need PRAYER a million times that’s why the crime rates are low there because they respect higher powers..she is the epitome of being alone with cats!

@dr.aliadixonnursepractitio6473

Жыл бұрын

not who’re but white woman* autocorrect sorry

i'm sorry that your experience wasn't pleasant working in saudi arabia. i have a few points that i would like to share, hofuf is a small village i even haven't been to it. i've been to western villages though in america and europe, and as a darker complexion visibly arab woman i'm used to the stares, i even expect them and don't blame them they're not used to see outsiders come to their town. if any expat is going to a remote village my advice is either get used to the stares or just stay in the compound and call the baqala to have your groceries delivered to you and go to one of the major cities in saudi on weekends. riyadh jeddah and khobar are much more versatile cities that will make you more comfortable. every villager in saudi does that especially women because we love shopping and restaurants etc.. i'm shocked that you are discouraged from getting to know your students but if you did just a little bit within the school, you would realize that most of them go to whichever city is the closest to you on a weekly basis. as for the stuff you brought from home come onnn... we have the best and largest variety of spices and loose leaf teas! i'm not sure what baking chips you mean but if you mean chocolate chips like the on in cookies? we have hersheys chocolate ships everywhere! in every city and in baqalas ! especially in villages because there are no huge supermarkets so the baqalas have a larger variety. you will even find imported chocolates from london and stuff. hope expats are given more chance to know their surroundings in the future and i hope for every expat that they make the most of their time by accepting saudi arabia and not treating it like a prison. because it really isnt.

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment here and the detail. Just as a point of reference on Jenn, she has lived in Riyadh as well but most recently Hofuf.

@WA-ge5jo

4 жыл бұрын

@@ExpatsEverywhere thank you also. i picked that up from her interview but she seemed like she isolated herself in the compound and i wish she went out more so she didn't get that bored.

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

@@WA-ge5jo :-) Yup, to each their own, right? We think it's more fun to go out and explore and learn, but we respect others that are more of homebodies or need certain familiarity to go out. Again, thanks for watching and commenting.

I wonder if she is still in Saudi, and if not to visit it back to see the mass difference between 5 years ago and now

@ExpatsEverywhere

2 жыл бұрын

We're not 100% if Jenn is still there, however, she was there at least up to 2020. We've not spoken to her since then or heard from others that know her.

Great information

Wish u the best of luck 🤞. You are totally safe in Saudi Arabia If you know how to chose the right friends & right place to live with good job to survive . Saudi has a lot of changes specifically for women .

@ExpatsEverywhere

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment, Fahad! 😊

Most foreigners in most countries live in compounds just like Myanmar my home country

I have two degrees how do I apply for jobs there

Hope she's doing well and that she's enjoying it much better 😊

You can clearly see that money is not happiness

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

It's not that bad. From our understanding, she's still living in Saudi. It's probably her 7th or 8th year at this point.

What happens when you are unsafe? Have you known if anyone being hurt or attacked? What do you mean by unsafe?

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

For us personally, the several people with EE that have worked in Saudi haven't experienced an attack or intentional harm while living there. Being a pedestrian or jogger can be a little dodgy, but personal safety in Saudi is actually quite good.

Things have changed a lot since this video was created. Im an expat woman in business there

@ExpatsEverywhere

3 ай бұрын

Yes, this video is getting on in years. Let us know if you’d like to be interviewed for the channel. We’d love to update our Saudi content. If you’re interested, email Kalie at info@expatseverywhere.com

Nice interview

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Are you real? - There is not a lot of spices here? This made me laugh, - If you want to be safe you should look like them """After hearing this, as a Saudi , I Feel like a zombie" The problem seems that you are not experiencing the real Saudi. "Short and Sweet" Thanks

@user-wk6kb2dc2y

5 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@babeena_gt_3645

5 жыл бұрын

@Fahad M. Marry me 💜💜💜

@missangela4255

4 жыл бұрын

I have a different perception about Saudi. I worked and lived there and I am at the moment in Philippines and I would love to go back there again. I think it's about how you use your lenses.

This was really helpful! My only concern is not being able to meet people. I'd love to integrate in the culture - anyone know how easy that is to do? Also, what's the media like in Saudi Arabia? Presume women aren't sexualised in magazines, TV etc. the way they are the in West? Thanks for any help!

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Stuart had no problems meeting people in Riyadh. kzread.info/dash/bejne/lqB7qKxro5TAgJc.html There's a certain bias in the media but no women are definitely not sexualized there. Here's an article on freedom of expression. www.dw.com/en/freedom-of-expression-ranks-low-in-saudi-arabia/a-47120447

1. Are there churches in Saudi Arabia, and what is life like as a Christian? 2. Is internet censored? 3. Why is every expert interviewed living in a compound? Do Saudis also live in compounds? And are there Saudis in the compounds where expats live?

@satishkumar-fd5jm

7 жыл бұрын

my friends live in saudi, internet is censored some ways. u cant access porns or illegal music or movie downloading sites. u cant access torrent site but rest is pretty much accessible. people use VPNs to access such things.

@MegaBaddog

4 жыл бұрын

@Mitch 1066 then stay in your country.

Lot's of luck and happiness and health

Any place is What you make it. If you are negative then it is negative.

@Draco19970125

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, except if you are for example gay in this country. Then will easily end up in jail, then maybe executed. In public.

She was trying to sugar coat. She fkn haaaaates it there, the poor thing she's bored out of her gourd.

@aggi7695

4 жыл бұрын

@ismail adam she needs to complete her contract

Hi again! I do suggest if everyone can get out to the real life and checking activities, knowing different people, places, etc.. they will enjoy it and know more about Saudi rather than staying in the compound. We would really love to see everyone having fun and knowing our culture. It is different, but they will get used to it. As I said, it's a matter how to do things and where to go. Good channel though. Thumbs up.

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support. The compound situation is different in Hofuf compared to Ryiadh or Jeddah for example. Even at her old job at Princess Nourah University, the female professors like her were discouraged from going out for whatever reason.

@KatErina-ii6ru

5 жыл бұрын

@@ExpatsEverywhere They were discouraged but that doesn't mean you have to listen. Saudi people like Americans. I know several. They are all very friendly :-)

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

@@KatErina-ii6ru Yeah, a few of us here have worked in Saudi and we always felt love. The people were curious and friendly in a very respectful way.

I spent more than 3 decades in Saudi Arabia working one of the largest companies in Electronics industry. Inter-relationship is of a paramount importance if are going to spend a good time in KSA. You may be engaged in sports activities such as martial arts , fitness etc...

Why was she there? Not a lot of respect for people who choose to live and work in someone else’s country and just say nasty thing about it and them. You knew what their culture was like before going. Agree or disagree, you chose to be there! Try being positive.

After 6y ago, a lot of things changed

saudi arabia is safest place for women , she can walk alone in night and no one will dare to look you, that is the power of their sharia law.

Can you wear any cloth there ?

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Good question. Yes and no. The dress is more conservative there. On a foreign compound, basically anything goes as long as you're clothed and within reason. Off the compound, it's best to wear an abaya out of respect for local culture.

@hellophoenix

3 жыл бұрын

At the time of that interview, if a woman doesn’t wear abaya , the religious police would yell at her. But recently some Saudi women went public without abaya and others started wearing very colorful and fashionable ones ( totally different from the black she had to wear at the time ). The way things are changing in Saudi , I could see foreign women not required to wear abaya. Already , I’ve seen foreign women not wearing it in some places.

Women, 2.8-4 thousand a month Men: 6-10 thousand a month WHAT! Are you freakin kidding me?

Any tips for finding a good employer/school in Saudi? Cheers 🍻

@ExpatsEverywhere

2 жыл бұрын

As an international school teacher? Try Search Associates or ISS.

I just want to give her a hug, and get her out of there :( I am thinking about teaching in Saudi Arabia, but I don't think I'm ready to be a woman there yet...maybe I will change genders lol :D I've decided to take a third of the pay and live in a free country. Freedom has a great cost, but no price!!! But, if I do decide to come later, I'm bringing my guitar for entertainment. And, I would try to learn Arabic. I don't think I would be bored, though. I would also try to talk to other Saudi women, and try to get their advice about what to do with women there. Just stay away from all of those crazy guys, who have a BIG problem with lusting after people's chins, elbows, and ankles :D I think the guys should walk around with blinders on, and let the girls walk around in whatever they want. Clearly, the men are the ones with the problem. It's too hot for polyester!!!

@cnacma

4 жыл бұрын

Don’t go. It makes me sick to my stomach how they treat their women. Like they’re some sort of property that needs to be covered and hidden and “chaperoned”. It’s vile. It makes my stomach turn.

@cnacma

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for coming into the comments and proving how sick and twisted middle eastern people are towards their women.

@noramakeup7595

4 жыл бұрын

Im saudi girl its not as bad as she said shes exaggerating.. I see a lot of americans in the supermarket no body stares at them and if we do stare we just want to help out or give friendly smiles.. were normal people like the rest of the world.. saudis are very educated and we understand your culture u can dress up the way u like as long as its not very skin showing clothes. the men treats women with respect meaning if they see you carry heavy things theyll help u out and if were waiting in line theyll give u their turn.. u have to come up here your self to see the respect youll get in this country dont take words from anyone.

@sejfzlrrhman

3 жыл бұрын

@@cnacma Nobody asked for your opinion.

@Mmmmkaaay

Жыл бұрын

@@noramakeup7595 I thought it's illegal for a man to speak to women in public.

sounds like a blast

I can't understand why you living in a country that is like a jail.....is money so important to you. To let yourself be treated like that,?

@ExpatsEverywhere

7 жыл бұрын

There are pros and cons for sure. None of us have ever been to jail but I'm sure it's not how Saudi feels. There are certainly restrictions but they're mainly due to climate and culture. Have you visited other places in the Middle East, Alice?

@neilers25

7 жыл бұрын

No I have not but have friends who did. I believe women are not allow to drive, in Saudi. Women can't work without permission , to go out on their own. I class that like living in a jail. Yes that is their culture where women have so few rights.

@bhatsonsimpex7664

7 жыл бұрын

why are you bothered ..?you have same sex marriages ( against the nature) you have people doing s...x with animals ( bestiality) nobody is bothered.....

@omart7372

7 жыл бұрын

women can work without permission.

@ameritas2

5 жыл бұрын

Alice 2, she's made it her own jail, I lived there for 8 years, never felt like I was ''locked up'' it is a state of mind.

im structural engineer in Riyadh. 🇺🇦🇸🇦

This sounds absolutely miserable. I know that changes have been made the last couple of years but still. Thanks for the insight

Yes living in Saudi Arabia has some challenges but man Hafouf? Egh!Poor thing I hope you do well over there. Jeddah is waaaaaay civilized I lived there for three years and going back in the end of this year. Women don't have to cover there hair and faces and wear beautiful colorful linen clothings with high heels and all the glam. Each city has somewhat a different culture.

@ExpatsEverywhere

7 жыл бұрын

We hear that all the time. Hofuf has a bad reputation. It's very conservative and tradition and all around sleepy. Thanks for commenting.

Welcome my dear

I want to be back home

"If you look frumpy and feel unattractive, you're wearing the right thing." Hahah! I love her! I like her honesty. I think I'll stay frumpy from here, but thanks for sharing your experience. I hope you made lots of cash money and got to travel someplace far more uplifting.

I am Muslim, and I would wear the dress code.

Is it possible to live in KSA as a single woman. I heard it is forbidden

@Silveryback

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it is possible.

WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM MORE PEOPLE AFTER SIGNIFICANT CHANGES

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

We're continuing to source interviews be on the lookout.

I found this video and the opinion of this lady so unrespectful. Sounds that she doesn't enjoy the life in Saudi. Most probably she won't be happy anywhere she go. So unfortunately, but this is what is feel from this video. Saudi is safe country for woman and its you cam find everything that you look for. I think that Saudi people are very respectful and nice to expats. I hope people who watch this video not to be confused. Maybe before the move to Saudi is good idea to visit the country as a tourist. Believe me you will be impressed from the hospitality and how people there are polite. I think that i you choose to live in Muslim country you should respect deeply there culture, as they respect ours.

First look at the year Then start talking Ok?

How are you taksh

I like you video , but about the safety its wrong!! Why you talk about safe like there is no safe , saudi arabia one of the most safe place in the world , no one will kick you if you not wear nigab!! And the abaya its not all black some ppl wear blue or white or black! Please talk with saudis and see the real about saudi arabia not from intrenet

@stashtrey1

7 жыл бұрын

hisham hiisham - wow...that's so kind to not kick women so long as they wear a garbage bag. Sounds awwwwwesome.

@ExpatsEverywhere

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Hisham, thank you for watching the video. We ask a standard set of questions and everyone's answers vary from person to person based on experience. In Al Hasa/Hofuf, the "dress" is far more traditional as you probably know. So based on her experience it's far more conservative. Let us know what you think of the other videos.

@khalilhood6176

4 жыл бұрын

@@ExpatsEverywhere I am sooo confused that Jennifer expressed her safety concerns, yet remain in the country? I presumed if there was/is an imminent threat, the US Embassy would notify US Citizens not to travel to the US quite similarly to Mexico, North Korea, Yemen, etc. She mentioned about getting attention in Riyadh due to her dress, but in various cities there are non-Muslims and or Muslim women who likewise do not cover their hair, face, and/or hands. It seems this slightly pretentious, particularly since scores of other women of European ancestry have worked in KSA and were no more noticed than the sand blowing through the air.

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

@@khalilhood6176 We don't know what to tell you. It's her experience living there after all.

@khalilhood6176

4 жыл бұрын

@@ExpatsEverywhere I just figured as a producer you would ensure the content (narratives) were logical, and made sense. However, since this is the Internet, you probably do not have to (required) have any standards. Nevertheless, thanks for replying.

Honestly I would love to go to an Arab country at least once but one of the super liberal ones that don’t have sharia law. I would probs never go cuz it’s seems scary as I am a Christian woman.

@cnacma

4 жыл бұрын

The only liberal country in the Middle East is Israel. All the rest horribly oppress their women and treat them like property. Make them cover themselves in tarps. Have to “chaperoned” by a man. It’s so disgusting. Makes my stomach tie up in knots when I think about it.

@TA-od7tu

4 жыл бұрын

You can try countries in North Africa, like Morocco or the Gulf States, like UAE. They have vibrant cultures, lots of variety in cuisines, and lots of shopping. Some of these countries have night life as well. These countries don't have dress restrictions and have many expats or visitors.

@ahmadal_shanqeety802

4 жыл бұрын

@@cnacma israel is far too dangerous and boring And mmm excuse me but what?! Tunisia and Lebanon are completely liberal countries but bad systems And there's very good tourism countries like UAE and morocco I don't know much about tourism but there might be even much better tourist sites across the region

Is this a dating Website? I would like to go out with this classy and smart woman! :)

@ExpatsEverywhere

7 жыл бұрын

No, it's not. If Jen reads this, she can contact you but we're not in that business.

@MrChrispy777

7 жыл бұрын

Expats Everywhere, I'm sorry you took my comment seriously, hence the smiley face. It does look like one of those video dating sites, and aside from the good information provided, I was transfixed by Jen's wonderful demeanor and facial expressions.

@ExpatsEverywhere

7 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I didn't pick up on that. We get all sorts of comments from native and non-native speakers so it's really hard to read sarcasm on here. Forgive me for not picking up on it. We're glad that you like the information. Was there some specific reason that you clicked on Jennifer's video? Is there any content you'd like to see on our channel?

@MrChrispy777

7 жыл бұрын

Expats Everywhere, I was researching life in Saudi Arabia, which started with a video where a reporter made the comment (repeating the official story, but I believe to be erroneous propaganda) that 15 of the 19 (9/11) terrorists came from SA. Your videos, naturally, we're offered in the mix. Thanks for what you do. I think it's a good primer to prepare women AND men, on what to expect in SA.

@ExpatsEverywhere

7 жыл бұрын

Interesting research. Is it for a university paper or journalism? You wouldn't see women without abayas on just walking around the streets unless it's on a compound or in the airport. Feel free to contact us at expatseverywhere@gmail.com if you have any more little queries.

Have to go farther into the desert 😂

Why doesnt she just leave? She seems very unhappy there

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Looks can be deceiving. It's just her personality. She's actually really great, but just not bubbly. She very blunt. She likes Saudi Arabia well enough.

This is the sunny side of the view; but their is a dark side; no one is telling and it does have to do with JOBS, foreign ugliness against other foreigners and recruiting companines that don't pay or go out of business and the games some of the men who run administration play when it comes to your leaving, resigning, or asking for exit visa for holiday time. Ask her if she is keeping her passport? Usally, you do not get to keep your passport if the company is run by Saudis. And yes, I have worked in Saudi. SAFE? The place is safer than fort knox. NO crime against others. People are nicer than any I have ever met.

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

She keeps her own passport but the management is mixed. If you'd like your Saudi story to be told, write us at expatseverywhere@gmail.com and we'll set something up.

@lockergr

5 жыл бұрын

How can someone take your passport from you?

In pakistan/afghanistan/India women cover the eyes too (with a mesh) in something called Burqa..... its ridiculous.

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment. Why do you think it's ridiculous?

Well at least yoga is on twice a week

@Aluzcz

2 жыл бұрын

Seems like a prison interview. if the Yoga day is the hay day of your week, you are fucked.

I think she doesn't enjoy her life there. She should try to meet locals and get into nature there. The best way to appreciate any country is to meet locals. :-)

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

She's definitely traveled a lot around the country.

@DooD7th

4 жыл бұрын

@Mitch 1066 lol I see you in every comment what's wrong with you? Did Saudi's do something horrible to you? Why so much dedication to hatred? 😂

Hi

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Hi, back at you. :-)

Do you speak Arabic.?

@ExpatsEverywhere

6 жыл бұрын

Jenn knows some Arabic, yes. She's not fluent though.

Can a woman go outside by herlself?

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

Yes.

I am Saudi , live in Michigan for now The worst place and time in my life . Saudi Arabia is heaven compare to this place

@Mmmmkaaay

Жыл бұрын

Well, it's Michigan. So there's that.🤣

@dontaco5459

Жыл бұрын

@@Mmmmkaaay what do you think Lady of what she is saying ?

@Mmmmkaaay

Жыл бұрын

@@dontaco5459 I think that she is just speaking from her own perspective. I mean, I imagine it's a culture shock when someone from Saudi Arabia comes to America for the first time. So of course it's going to be a culture shock for an American when they go to Saudi Arabia, especially for a woman who is used to doing what she wants, wearing what she wants, etc. And I also know that if you're going to go spend a long time with a certain culture, you better read up on everything so you know what you're getting into.

The saying is evil exists where good men fear to go.Women fear to go outside compound then. I worked with girl from Yemen girl her dad was enlightened man even with 4wives.She do her training and go back to Yemen put her training to good use but her brother had a lot of control of her.I asked her what would happen if she no go back and her reply her brother would kill her and life be hard on sisters they would never have chance of few years of free life so she was blackedmailed in that respect

8:31 Packing: What to bring to Saudi Arabia that you can't find there? a Bible. At first she said that in the compound she could wear whatever she wanted then later she said that if you're a woman to bring a lot of long skirts and your shirts need to come to the elbow. "Mostly if you look frumpy and feel unattractive you're probably wearing the right thing." I imagine you don't want to set off the lusts of a man by showing off your upper arms because after all he cannot be held responsible for his urges. And it might be difficult to find 6 male witnesses to back up a woman's claim. Leaving the compound "to be safe" a woman should cover up completely and don't go anywhere alone. If Islamic countries enforce their laws on visiting, non-citizens why don't western countries do the same when Islamic people permanently move to western countries? 10:40 Is it necessary to cover up? She explains and says, "... for one, it's respectful and two it'll draw less attention and make you safer. The things that make you unsafe is the people not liking your way of life. So if you don't cover you're hair you're showing that you live a different life." Then she said, "What ever happens, happens." So does that mean that if a woman gets arrested for not covering up she had it coming and it's OK? All this and more is acceptable to her? For money and the ability to travel to nearby countries on vacation? I don't understand her willingness to give up her autonomy (freedom) and self-determination for that. She can't even go for a walk without possibly finding herself in an unsafe situation.

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

You can get the Bible app on your phone. That'll work. On the compound, women do wear whatever they like. However, in a university setting, women need to dress professionally by Saudi standards, which means covering at minimum knees and elbows because they'll remove their abayas once they're inside the all-women campus.

@notsunkyet

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the reply. Is a real ink and paper Bible allowed in the country?

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

That's a great question. We're not 100% sure to be honest as we never engaged officials on the topic, however, if kept on one's person and not in one's luggage, it probably wouldn't be checked. From what we understand, you're not supposed to bring it, but we met several Christians that just used an app. A bible translated into Arabic could be particularly dangerous.

@lockergr

5 жыл бұрын

Not being able to bring a Bible or biblical literature is absurd! How can that seriously be enforced?

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

@@lockergr Hmm, this is a tricky one. While it's not a law on the books, the Mutttawa (religious police) have in some cases been known to confiscate non-Islamic religious material. You're not going to find a Bible in a book shop, but bringing one is okay. It's not advisable to read it in public.

About the safety point I disagree with most of what she saying she is giving over the top fantasy or it’s just her imagination and she thinks that people is it gonna be like what she imagined them

I feel sorry for you because you hate a lot of it. I can’t comment on your experience but I am pretty sure the experience is different based on the location. On top of that, you truly seem to have animosity to people around you which I can understand but it’s sad you feel like a member of a colony inside a country. I can’t imagine living your life.

Did she do any research before taking this job? She complains a lot

Where does this lady shop! No spices or loose leaf teas lol Whenever you visit a new place your attitude plays a big role in your impression about it. She didn't want to like it therefore she didn't try to get to know the place

Why did you decide to record during Adhan? I feel this is sort of disrespectful ☹

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Do you mean "adhan"? Could you explain what was disrespectful?

@babeena_gt_3645

5 жыл бұрын

@@ExpatsEverywhere auto spell , i spelt it correct but Google decided other wise. I feel she could have waited until the call for prayer finished . Why choose right at this time ? People are preparing to pray while she is interviewing looking very unhappy . This time me is disrespect

@ExpatsEverywhere

4 жыл бұрын

@@babeena_gt_3645 Our apologies on the disrespect. The reality for us is that we didn't take away prayer from anyone else by disturbing them as we were in a private place. Furthermore, she doesn't personally adhere to the prayer times as she's not a Muslim. For our non-Muslim viewers, this shows a bit of the reality of living in Saudi Arabia. That authenticity is something that we seek to show in all of our videos and although it wasn't our intention to capture the call of prayer in the background, we did decided to continue the interview instead of editing it out so that others that aren't used to it could hear it. In our opinion, it's a beautiful thing and wasn't meant as disrespect.

@ahmadal_shanqeety802

4 жыл бұрын

Wtf?! Why on earth it's disrespectful?? No it's not, stop spreading ignorance Adhan is just calling for prayer there's nothing wrong they recorded during it But you maybe meant that they intentionally picked that time to record adhan, regardless there's no problem recording during that time

People go to SAudi to sober up? What nonsense.

@bettywith2girls

3 жыл бұрын

Well, actually she probably was told that by one or more expats, as alcohol is "basically" forbidden in Saudi and it's readily available in most westernized countries. Since women in her position really can't go anywhere (except shopping in a designated nearby area), it would make sense that expat teachers who suddenly can't drink would justify it as a good thing to cut down on their drinking and lead a quieter, less partying, more s,ane and introspective lifestyle...which is good. So, she was told this by other expats, obviously, and that would make sense in their unique situation.

She is not enjoying. I am in medical city.so many expat around.filopinos.you are western so you.are in.american compound where no daily socialization .only you can socialise on weekends if theres party.

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Nap, thanks for the comment. Would you be willing to do an interview with us so we can tell your story in Saudi?

Oh, this lady is so depressed.

KZread- WORKING IN SAUDI 101 FOR DUMMIES

Wow, that sounds horrible! I am such an independent, liberal minded person, even in American standards! Thanks for sharing!

@ExpatsEverywhere

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. If you have any other questions about Saudi Arabia, let us know. You can email us at expatseverywhere@gmail.com or watch some other videos for alternative perspectives on Saudi Arabia. kzread.info/dash/bejne/gZ6L1NdxeM7fepc.html or kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZJaAm9uaprHbaLQ.html

What? And the onterview has started with the Adhan

You sound like someone kidnapped you and forced you to work in SA. LOL

@ExpatsEverywhere

3 жыл бұрын

From what we know, she's still there working and not against her will.

Why are you there .... she shows no gratitude.... and she's very insulting

sounds horrific

U like the moolah given in saudi arabia more than anything that's why u go😂

Allah Hu akbar

This lady needs to get a fresh air and a cold lemonade

Sounds like slavery

She doesn’t look very happy living in there.

@ExpatsEverywhere

6 ай бұрын

That's just her face. :-)