International Women's Day marked on the Island

Sat, 08 Mar 2014

The Island is marking International Women's Day today - as part of a worldwide campaign.

The day has been celebrated on March 8th every year since 1914 to commemorate women's economic, political, and social achievements.

This year's theme is 'Inspiring Change' - an idea that is being marked across the Isle of Man to drive women's progression.

Mayor of Douglas Carol Malarkey told us what the day means to her: