Cholent and Chadors: A Chassidic Woman's Experiences in a Multi-Cultural Workplace

Miriam Schweitzer is a chassidic woman living in Antwerp, Belgium. Despite suffering from M.S., she lives an active, busy life. For several years, Miriam worked at “Het Lieve Schatje,” a multi-cultural daycare center in Antwerp. Although it was challenging at first to work with women of various religious and ethnic backgrounds very different to her own, Miriam came to love her job. However, due to circumstances beyond her control, she was eventually forced to leave. Miriam’s upbeat attitude, enhanced by her strong faith in Hashem, has helped her navigate life’s challenges. This is her story.