To be fair I think Snowy_Winter stated that it is more of a problem in Pakistan. I am assuming that you are not in Pakistan, where people may take advantage of you, and there is no comeback.
arshad, i know a lot of girls who have worked in pakistan too... not all of them work for reasons such as mingling with other guys. They may have the same needs as a woman working outside of pakistan.
I dont think one can generalise.
And also, i dont think either Sara or myself have put down housewives... i say power to them too! its a tough job