The Soqosoqo Vakamarama believes women play major roles not only at home but for the community as today marks International Women's Day.

General Secretary for the Soqosoqo Vakamarama, Adi Finau Tabakaucoro says their group have already started visiting villagers and providing counseling sessions for women and young ladies who maybe victims of rape and abuse.

Adi Finau says women out there in the rural areas are also feeling the impact of the increase in food prices.