BBC reveals 100 most inspiring women around world

The BBC has revealed its list of the 100 most inspiring and influential women around the world for 2019.

The list is focused on the question: “What would the future look like if it were driven by women?”

It features a variety of women from the worlds of activism, sports, entertainment, journalism and science; including climate change activist Greta Thunberg, the fastest British woman in history Dina Asher-Smith and US congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

Other notable figures featured on the list include anti-upskirting campaigner Gina Martin, Oscar nominee Yalitza Aparicio and sumo wrestler Hiyori Kon.

“Many on the list are driving change on behalf of women everywhere,” according to the BBC. “They give us their vision of what life could look like in 2030.”

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