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Iranian women increasingly ride motorbikes despite restrictions, driven by practical needs and growing acceptance.
In Tehran, more women are riding motorbikes and scooters despite legal and cultural restrictions that traditionally limit motorcycle licenses to men and cite modesty concerns.
Driven by practical needs like traffic congestion and parking shortages, women like 38-year-old café owner Merat Behnam are finding increasing acceptance on the roads, with many reporting positive public and police interactions.
The trend reflects a quiet but growing assertion of personal freedom and mobility, signaling broader societal shifts in Iran’s conservative landscape.
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Las mujeres iraníes conducen cada vez más motocicletas a pesar de las restricciones, impulsadas por necesidades prácticas y una creciente aceptación.