The women's association called the "Ngaratumtum" and the men's association called the "Ngara Okelout" are organizations which help the women and men of Ngardmau follow their traditional way of life and values. "Bul" is a form of punishment that dates back a long time, used for those who got into trouble stealing or walking on the road past curfew time.
The Ngardmau women's group, the Ngaratumtum, and the men's group, the Ngara Okelout, are organizations that support the traditional practices of Ngardmau women and men. 'Bul' is a form of discipline that has been used for centuries to punish those who break rules related to theft or curfew.