INVERCLYDE Council is hosting a free event at the Beacon Arts Centre to mark International Women's Day.

Hosted by businesswoman Marion Morrison, the 'empowering and inspirational' event will take place on Wednesday March 8 from 6-8pm.

Chief Superintendent Laura Waddell of Police Scotland, Dawn Fyfe of Wise Women, and Janice Hendrie and Collette McGeehan of Inverclyde Athletic Club will be speaking on the night.

Spaces can be booked online via www.eventbrite.co.uk