Decades after the 1979 Islamic Revolution, we have been imposed upon with defined ideological principles that have dictated how we live our lives. Our historical and cultural heritage, which forms our identity, has been deliberately destroyed and stolen. Meanwhile, Iran’s new generation and women are daily fighting to obtain public space that aligns with their values and lifestyle, rooted in their history and national identity. This struggle revolves around issues such as the mandatory hijab, basic human rights, individual freedoms, women’s rights, and freedom of choice, all of which are visibly contested in the public sphere. In particular, the death of Mahsa Amini and widespread protests over it have further deepened the generational divide between them and the government. The government has intensified its efforts to suppress women who oppose mandatory hijab. Indeed, the refusal to wear hijab has become a symbol of civil resistance among Iranian women and young people who admire life, freedom, and beauty.
3: Two different generations are taking photos in the central deserts of Iran. Iran's Generation Z does not adhere to idealism and ideological idealizations like the previous generation. Therefore, they do not respect patriarchal laws and regulations of the Islamic Republic, such as the mandatory hijab.
15: A family spends their vacation on the shores of the Caspian Sea, which is the most popular destination for Iranian people to spend their leisure time pleasantly. The women are not allowed to swim in the sea because of the strict lows, so they are forced to go to the sea with clothes and coverings.