Happy International Women's Day!

Did you know that 4 months ago the BBC's 100 Women held its first ever live festival - in Mexico City?

BBC 100 Women names 100 influential and inspirational women around the world every year. The BBC went backstage to talk to some of the inspirational musicians and artists entertaining the crowds, and to watch people experiencing an innovative virtual reality experience. 

Click here to see all the action from this amazing event:http://www.bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-38101204

But who are the Mexican women that make CDMX tick?

Alejandra Barrios, perhaps the most influential street vendor in Mexico City, estimates that of the approximately 100 organizations in the city’s central areas, 80 percent are led by women. Click here to ready this fascinating article 'The Women Who Rule Mexico City' by City Lab: http://www.citylab.com/politics/2016/09/the-women-who-rule-mexico-city/498995/