The fisherwomen set sail early morning to catch the strong currents that bring them fish. Photo: Ahang Ahmadi
Many women from this village sell local handicrafts by the seashore during the tourist season in the winter. Photo: Ahang Ahmadi
Women who don't have proper fishing boats or equipment often find solace in fishing by the shore. Photo: Ahang Ahmadi
In the daytime, women go fishing with their hooks and boats. Photo: Ahang Ahmadi
The name Hengam in Farsi translates to being in the moment, something Khadijeh and the other islander’s pride themselves in. Photo: Ahang Ahmadi
Fisherwomen waiting to enter Bandar-Abbas’s Provincial Government building in order to obtain their fishing license. Photo: Ahang Ahmadi
The fisherwomen are creating history by taking the future into their own hands. Photo: Ahang Ahmadi
Khadijeh's goal is to own a home of her own, and believes that getting a fishing permit can help her. Photo: Ahang Ahmadi
