An Expat Talks about Living in Mexico City, Mexico
What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?
Mexico City
How long have you lived there?
36 years
What activities, clubs and organizations would you recommend to newcomers to help them meet others?
Comunidad Cristiana Calacuaya, Monte Maria, Comunidad Fuente de Vida Vive, Centro de Fe, Esperanza y Amor Centenario

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In terms of religious, racial, economic and cultural diversity, are the people of this city or town diverse? Are they accepting of differences? Describe.
Globalization violates the Mexican culture left and right, day and night and only those from the most healthy and functional homes are exempt from the melting pot of globalized world views. It would be safe to say that only 20% of the population adhere to strictly concervative values while 80-90% also practice respectful cultural norms.
What are the main industries in this city? What types of career opportunities commonly exist? How do most people find new jobs?
Internet: use it to find anything
In general, what are peoples' priorities in this city? For example, do lives revolve around work, family, socializing, sports, etc.?
Mexicans work to live though btwn work and commuting they spend on average an exorbitant amount of time there yet always have time to stop and chat.
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If a friend of yours was thinking of moving to this city or town from far away, what other advice would you give them.
Take time to get to know different alcaldias and colonias of Mexico City according to what is most important to you.
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