"In addition to my assignments, I have pursued stories of personal significance. I paid my own way often to create this work, and ultimately it was this work which moved me forward in this business. For this project, I wanted to photograph Native Americans because I was raised with little connection to my heritage. From the people I photographed, I learned about courage and survival. I learned there were great stories to tell that aren't taught in school. I was embraced as a daughter of this heritage.
When I was coming up in the business of photography, there were few grants, if any, specifically supporting women photographers.
The Leica Women Foto Project Award is a big leap toward honoring women and those who identify with a feminine identity, showcasing how we see the world and why our voices are important. So many stories which have been ignored can blossom because of these grants. The Leica Women Foto Project Award and Mentorship applications are open and democratic, where we have a chance to dream, to be seen, to be heard."
—Maggie Steber
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