In the Samoan culture, the taulele’a or aumaga is called malosi o le nu’u, which literally means ‘the strength of the village’. This label mandates the main roles of the aumaga. Paramount to the aumaga’s role is its obligation to serve the village council faithfully by implementing and enforcing its decisions. The aumaga is also obligates to provide assistance to the families of the village when in need, mainly in the form of labor. The provision of food is also one of priorities of the aumaga and is the main reason why young Samoan men are engaged in farming and fishing and activities on a daily basis.