I can't speak for the Cabin Crew across the sea at Qatar, but I can speak of the crew in Abu Dhabi. More than 170 nationalities and as diverse as can be imagined. For some it is their first job ever, others have impressive education/degrees and previous experience. Some come for a few years as an escape and the chance to see the world. Many of the girls want to get married and have a family, and few I've talked to express the desire to continue flying even part time after that happens. They do not require permission to marry, have a baby, or any other life decision. Many of our crew have been with the airline since the beginning and have no desire to leave it. Many have moved into training and management positions. Quite a few cabin crew also moved into roles in safety, operations, dispatch, and some even got selected for the cadet pilot program and are now first and second officers. I flew with a young man the other day who won a new mercedes by setting a record selling duty free on board. Do they work hard, without a doubt. For an entry level job it's a big opportunity for young men and women who come from some very challenging job markets in many parts of the world.