Sosialisasi Literasi Hukum Keluarga Islam sebagai Benteng Pernikahan Usia Dini

Abstract

Marriage in Islamic teachings is a form of worship that aims to build a life of sakinah, mawaddah, and warahmah. In society, marriage has an important role in creating a legal bond between a man and a woman as husband and wife and forming a family as the smallest social unit. However, the phenomenon of early marriage is still a social challenge in Indonesia. Early marriage, involving individuals under 18 years of age, often occurs due to economic factors, social pressure, and lack of legal understanding. Law Number 16 of 2019 has set the minimum age limit for marriage to 19 years, although there are still legal dispensations under certain conditions. Early marriage has the potential to violate children's rights and have negative impacts on the physical, psychological, and economic well-being of the couple. Therefore, limiting the age of marriage aims to build a harmonious family in accordance with Islamic values ​​and applicable lawsMarriage in Islamic teachings is a noble form of worship aimed at establishing a family life characterized by tranquility (sakinah), affection (mawaddah), and compassion (rahmah). However, early marriage defined as a marital union involving individuals under the age of 19 remains prevalent in various regions of Indonesia, including Wibawamulya Village. This phenomenon is often driven by socio-cultural pressures, economic limitations, and a lack of public understanding regarding legal frameworks and the consequences of early marriage. Early marriage carries significant risks, including negative impacts on physical and mental health, limited educational opportunities, and heightened vulnerability to domestic violence. The Indonesian government, through Law Number 16 of 2019, has established 19 as the minimum legal age for marriage for both males and females, although legal dispensations may still be granted under specific circumstances. This community service program aimed to enhance Islamic family law literacy among the residents of Wibawamulya Village as a preventive measure against early marriage practices. The methods employed included legal counseling sessions, focus group discussions, and persuasive approaches grounded in Islamic values and existing legal provisions. The results of the activity indicate an increased awareness among community members regarding the dangers of early marriage and the importance of building a family based on both Islamic principles and national law. Islamic family law literacy proved effective as a preventive strategy in reducing early marriage rates and fostering the foundation of higher-quality family units.