Whether its smashing through glass ceilings, battling for the vote or setting the political agenda, Greater Manchester's women have achieved some remarkable things.
Our city has been home to Elizabeth Gaskell, Emmeline Pankhurst and Marie Stopes, and today the tradition of changing the trajectory of history endures, with another generation of gamechangers leading the way. To mark International Women's Day we've put together a list of inspirational women - who are from, or have lived and worked in the region - making a difference in Manchester today.
Below you'll find everyone from activists and actors, to curators and chefs, as well as musicians, writers and politicians.
