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Early marriage is a social phenomenon that remains prevalent in Indonesia and gives rise to various problems in family life. This article aims to analyze the implications of early marriage in light of the Code of Canon Law (CCL) Nos. 1055 and 1056 in the context of Catholic couples. This study employs a qualitative method with a descriptive-analytical approach through a literature review of books, scientific journals, and Church documents. The findings indicate that the CIC affirms marriage as a sacred covenant between a man and a woman oriented toward the bonum coniugum (the good of the couple), openness to children, and characterized by unity and indissolubility. In the context of early marriage, various implications were identified, such as emotional immaturity that triggers domestic conflicts, a high risk of divorce, low levels of education, and impacts on the health of mothers and children. Additionally, early marriage also indicates a weak understanding of the sacramental dimension and family responsibilities, including childrearing. Thus, CIC Nos. 1055 and 1056 provide an important normative foundation that marriage requires human, spiritual, and social maturity for the realization of a wholesome and prosperous Catholic family.

This study examines the role of the Office of Religious Affairs (Kantor Urusan Agama/KUA) of Medan Petisah District in realizing sakinah families within the community. A sakinah family is one of the main goals of marriage in Islam, characterized by tranquility, affection, and harmony based on faith and devotion to Allah SWT. This study aims to analyze the concept of a sakinah family from an Islamic perspective, as well as the role and forms of family development activities carried out by the KUA of Medan Petisah District. The research employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach through interviews and documentation involving KUA officials and religious counselors. The findings indicate that the KUA plays an active role through premarital guidance and religious counseling in fostering sakinah families. This study is expected to contribute as an evaluation and provide recommendations to improve the effectiveness of sakinah family development programs.

The rise of social media has made TikTok one of the platforms where public discussions quickly develop, especially when dealing with issues involving public figures. Cases of infidelity often receive strong reactions, and many users express their emotions through comments that spread widely and shape public conversation. This study aims to examine the emotional expressions of netizens in responding to an infidelity case involving a public figure on TikTok, particulary on the account @nyatamedia. A descritive qualitative approach was applied, using documentation and content analysis to identify the forms and meanings of netizen comments contain a range of emotions such as anger, dissapointment, disgust, empathy, sadness, fear, sarcasm, and social criticism. Anger and dissapointment show rejaction of the infidelity, while empathy and sadness reflect concern for the affected party. The comments contain personal views and criticism related to social conditions, especially those connected to public perceptions of marriage. Based on these findings, social media appears to serve as a space where people express their feelings and opinions about events that attract public attention.

Background: Early marriage remains prevalent among adolescents aged 15–19 years, a period during which individuals are often medically and psychologically unprepared to assume marital responsibilities. Decisions to marry early are influenced by internal factors such as psychological readiness, emotional maturity, and critical thinking ability, as well as external factors including family pressure, cultural norms, and economic challenges. Objective: This study aims to explore the factors influencing adolescents' decisions to engage in early marriage and examine its impacts on their lives. Method: This research employed a qualitative descriptive design. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 10 adolescents who had experienced early marriage. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and document review, and analyzed thematically. Results: The primary factors contributing to early marriage in Delu Depa Village, Kodi Bangedo District, were premarital pregnancy (2 cases), economic hardship (4 cases), and limited educational attainment (4 cases). The consequences included psychological, health, and social impacts. Psychologically, participants reported experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression. Health-related risks included complications associated with immature reproductive organs, such as premature birth, obstructed labor, and preeclampsia. Social impacts included stigma, limited social interaction, school dropout, and employment in low-skilled jobs to fulfill daily needs. Conclusion: Early marriage poses significant risks to adolescents' psychological well-being, physical health, and social functioning. Strengthened preventive efforts and targeted interventions are needed to reduce its prevalence and mitigate negative consequences.

This research seeks to examine how changes in citizenship influence the legal validity of marriage, emphasizing both juridical aspects and practical implications. In an era of globalization and increased international mobility, the phenomenon of changing or losing citizenship has become more frequent. The legal consequences of such changes for marital validity represent a crucial area that demands comprehensive analysis, particularly in relation to national and international marriage laws. The study combines an international literature review with empirical data and legal analysis derived from the works of Mr. Mustain, a lecturer at UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta. Findings reveal that a shift in citizenship can alter the legal standing of a marriage, generate legal ambiguities, and influence family rights such as child custody and inheritance. To address these issues, regulatory harmonization, the proactive engagement of religious authorities, and legal reform at the national level are essential to ensure adequate legal protection for couples undergoing citizenship transitions. Employing a library research method with a qualitative-normative approach, this study analyzes statutory provisions, judicial rulings, and relevant scholarly sources. The findings underscore that citizenship alteration may impact the legality of marriage, particularly when legal systems differ between the country of origin and the newly acquired nationality. In summary, citizenship changes can lead to legal uncertainty regarding marital validity, underscoring the need for legal harmonization and clear protective frameworks for affected couples. This research thus contributes significantly to the discourse on marriage law and citizenship policy development.

Marriages between Indonesian citizens and foreign nationals present complex legal challenges, particularly regarding the citizenship status of children born within such unions. This research explores the legal tension between Indonesia’s Marriage Law No. 1 of 1974 and Citizenship Law No. 12 of 2006, which adopt different approaches to the inheritance of nationality and the safeguarding of children’s rights. Employing a normative juridical method, the study examines statutory regulations, judicial rulings, and scholarly legal works, supported by a comparative analysis of practices in other jurisdictions. The results demonstrate that although the 2006 Citizenship Law introduced the notion of limited dual citizenship for minors, the family unity principle maintained in the Marriage Law creates procedural ambiguities especially in matters of registration and the age threshold for citizenship determination. Such inconsistencies often give rise to administrative barriers that may place children at risk of statelessness. The study argues that aligning the two legal frameworks is imperative to achieve legal certainty and uphold the best interests of the child, consistent with international conventions ratified by Indonesia. It further suggests amending overlapping provisions and improving administrative mechanisms to ensure more coherent and effective citizenship protection for children of mixed marriages.

The purpose of this education is to increase public awareness, especially among teenagers, of the impacts of early marriage through educational seminars and Service-Learning-based outreach in Naga Kesiangan Village. Early marriage remains a critical issue in Indonesia, often associated with health risks, psychological stress, and limited educational and social opportunities for young people. The Service-Learning approach was chosen because it not only provides knowledge transfer but also actively engages participants in reflection and discussion, ensuring that the learning process is more contextual and sustainable. The method used was Service-Learning, involving 30 teenagers aged 15–19 years, 15 parents, and 5 community leaders who were purposively selected for their direct relevance to the issue. Activities included seminars, small group discussions, interactive question-and-answer sessions, and collective reflection. The results of the activity showed a significant increase in participants’ understanding, from 42% (pre-test) to 81% (post-test). Participants gained a deeper understanding of the health, psychological, social, and educational risks of early marriage and were encouraged to delay marriage by choosing positive alternatives through education and skill development. This program also strengthened the role of families and community leaders as preventive agents by fostering collective awareness and support. Thus, educational seminars integrated with Service-Learning prove to be effective and replicable strategies to prevent early marriage practices, while also empowering communities to build healthier, more resilient generations.

Early marriage remains a significant issue in Indonesia, including in South Sulawesi, with negative impacts on health, education, and social welfare. These impacts include high school dropout rates, reproductive health issues, and increased maternal and infant mortality rates. This community service activity aims to provide education and counseling to second-semester students of the Faculty of Business at Universitas Mega Buana Palopo regarding the dangers of early marriage and the importance of future planning. The methods used in this activity include lectures, group discussions, and individual counseling. Through the lectures, students were provided with information about the health, social, and psychological risks associated with early marriage. Group discussions aimed to enhance students' understanding and awareness of the importance of education and future planning before marriage. Additionally, individual counseling was conducted to provide more personalized support related to issues students might face. The results of the activity showed an increase in students' knowledge and awareness of the negative impacts of early marriage, as well as a positive attitude toward preventing early marriage. This activity is expected to serve as a sustainable campus-based early marriage prevention model that can be applied to other universities. With proper education and counseling, it is hoped that students will make wiser decisions regarding marriage and future planning. Improved knowledge will reduce the prevalence of early marriage and mitigate its negative effects on individuals and society.

Reproductive health is key to the continuity of human life from one generation to the next. Good reproductive health conditions in prospective brides and grooms (catin) will have an impact on the quality of future generations. Catin refers to men and women who do not yet have a legitimate bond under both religious and legal terms and are in the process of preparing for marriage. Prospective brides and grooms are the primary target for efforts to improve reproductive health during the preconception period. Therefore, catin need to prepare their reproductive health to ensure they can have quality generations after marriage. To address reproductive health issues in prospective brides and grooms, the Indonesian government has organized premarital courses aimed at preparing a healthy marital life and producing quality offspring. A total of 20 participants attended the premarital course. Premarital counseling is conducted to provide understanding and knowledge about reproductive health, focusing on prospective brides and grooms. Health professionals provide reproductive health education, conduct health checks, and administer TT immunization to the participants. This counseling is essential to ensure that prospective brides and grooms gain sufficient knowledge about reproductive health before marriage.

This research is motivated by the high rate of early marriage in Pamatan Village, which is a serious social issue and impacts the quality of life of the younger generation. This phenomenon is thought to be influenced by various social factors, including parental education level (X₁), family economic status (X₂), and school dropout rate (X₃). The purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of these three independent variables on the decision to marry early (Y). This study uses an explanatory quantitative approach with an ex post facto design, where the researcher does not intervene on the variables, but rather analyzes the relationships that have occurred. The analysis technique used is multiple linear regression. Data were collected through questionnaires to 100 respondents selected using a purposive sampling technique, namely teenagers or families with a history of early marriage. The results of the analysis show that simultaneously the variables of parental education, economic status, and school dropout rate have a significant influence on the decision to marry early with a calculated F value of 139.302 which is greater than the F table of 2.699 and a significance value of 0.001. Partially, only economic status (X₂) and school dropout rate (X₃) significantly influence the decision to marry early, while parental education (X₁) does not have a significant influence. The Adjusted R Square value of 0.807 indicates that 80.7% of the variation in the decision to marry early can be explained by these three variables. This finding underscores the importance of efforts to improve education and empower family economics as a preventive measure to reduce the rate of early marriage among adolescents in the village.

family conflict is portrayed in the film Uang Panai Maha(R)l 2 using Roland Barthes' semiotic framework. The film reflects the social reality of the Bugis-Makassar community, which highly upholds cultural values, particularly regarding arranged marriage, family honor, and the significant role of parents in their children's lives. The main objective of this research is to understand how family conflict is represented through visible and spoken symbols within the film’s narrative. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method by analyzing semiotic elements in several scenes that depict conflict, such as forced marriage, intergenerational differences, and the pressure of tradition against personal desires. The analysis is conducted through the three levels of meaning proposed by Barthes: denotation, connotation, and myth. The results show that Uang Panai Maha(R)l 2 illustrates the tension between traditional values and modern realities, which still occur within family life in Indonesia.

Financial literacy includes an understanding of personal financial management, financial future planning, investment, and financial risk management. On the other hand, marriage readiness involves interpersonal skills, financial responsibility, and the ability to face challenges and conflicts in domestic life. The research method used in this research is Survey and Participatory Observation. Surveys were conducted before and after the workshop to measure the level of increase in participants' understanding regarding financial literacy and household readiness. This survey is designed to cover various aspects, including understanding of financial management, planning for the financial future, and knowledge about preparing for a household. Apart from surveys, participatory observation was also carried out during the workshop. This observation aims to understand in depth the interactions between KKN-T Kel 09 students and the Madiredo Pujon Malang Village Community. By directly observing workshop activities, researchers can see how participants respond to the material presented, the extent of their understanding of these topics, and how the interactions between participants and workshop facilitators are. The survey results showed a significant increase in the Madiredo Community's understanding of financial literacy after attending the workshop.

The bridal hand bouquet in Western weddings is an important element symbolizing the sanctity of the marriage. The hand bouquet serves as an accessory that complements the appearance of the bride and portrays her as the queen on her special day. This study aims to explain the innovative process of arranging Hologram Flower Bouquets, Rattan Flower Bouquets, and Coconut Flower Bouquets, as well as to validate the product of the book "Creations of Bouquets for Brides". The methodology used includes observation, literature review, documentation, and questionnaires. The process of arranging the Hologram Flower Bouquet, Rattan Flower Bouquet, and Coconut Flower Bouquet consists of three stages: preparation of tools, materials, and steps for arranging the flowers. The validation results from three expert validators for the book "Bridal Hand Bouquets" show the following scores: 12 (good) for the material indicator matching the title, 11 (good) for the images, 11 (good) for completeness of content, 12 (good) for layout, 11 (good) for image clarity, 11 (good) for appearance, 10 (fair) for information clarity, 9 (fair) for sentence accuracy, and 9 (fair) for formal or informal language. It is recommended to create bouquets using artificial or dried flowers and to incorporate unique accessories.

This study aims to analyze the semiotic meanings and symbols used in the tradition of “Famazawa Ono Alawe Nihalö” in the traditional wedding ceremony of the Nias community in Afulu, North Nias. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative with a semiotic approach by Charles Sanders Peirce, which views signs as representamen, object, and interpretation. Data collection techniques included literature review, field observation, and interviews with local figures from Afulu, North Nias. The data consisted of words, sentences, images, texts, and dialogues. The primary data sources were journals and an interview a cultural expert from Nias. The results of this study reveal that the symbols in the “Famazawa Ono Alawe Nihalö” tradition carry semiotic meanings that reflect respect for women, the sanctity of marriage, and the sociocultural structure of Nias society.

In the context of Indonesian culture, living with parents or in-laws is quite common, especially for young couples who are not yet financially independent. However, dynamics in the household such as differences in values, habits, and privacy boundaries often pose psychological challenges for wives. This study aims to describe the psychological well-being of wives who live with their in-laws after marriage. This study uses a qualitative approach with an in-depth interview method with one of the informants who meets the criteria, namely women who have been married and have lived with their in-laws for at least one year. The results of the study indicate that there are various aspects of psychological well-being that are influenced by the condition of living with in-laws, including self-acceptance, autonomy, positive relationships with others, and mastery of the environment. Factors such as partner support, open communication, and adaptability are the main determinants in maintaining the psychological well-being of wives in this situation. This study is expected to provide insight for young couples and families in building harmonious relationships in a household involving more than one generation..

Gender equality in education is a fundamental pillar for sustainable development and the empowerment of women in the modern era. Although significant progress has been made in improving access to education for women in Indonesia, challenges such as gender stereotypes, early marriage, and the digital divide continue to hinder the full participation of women in education. This article explores various strategies for empowering women through education, including the integration of gender-responsive curricula, enhancement of digital literacy, and strengthening women's roles in STEM fields. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this article aims to provide in-depth insights into the efforts that can be undertaken to achieve gender equality in education in Indonesia.

Mahmud Village, located in Bandung Regency, is one of the indigenous communities that continues to uphold its customary laws and traditions amidst the tide of modernization. This research aims to explore and analyze the political position and role of customary law within this community, with a focus on how customary norms and rules are implemented, maintained, and passed down amidst the dynamics of social change and interactions with state law. Using a qualitative ethnographic approach, data was collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews with customary leaders, community members, and government officials, and a review of relevant literature. The research results indicate that customary law holds a highly significant and respected position among the residents of Mahmud Village. The customary figure, known as the "Kuncen," holds the highest authority in enforcing customary law, leading traditional ceremonies, and resolving various disputes, ranging from marriage and inheritance matters, ceremonial procedures, to mediation mechanisms between residents. Although customary law has strong social power, its application is not entirely independent of the influence of state law, particularly in cases that intersect with criminal law or national legislation. These findings reveal a process of adaptation, where the Mahmud Village indigenous community strives to maintain traditional values while adapting customary rules to remain relevant to current demands. This research confirms that customary law functions not only as a social regulatory system but also as a bulwark of cultural identity and a vital instrument for the sustainability of indigenous communities. Therefore, understanding and recognizing customary law is crucial for maintaining harmony between local traditions and the national legal framework.

Indonesia is an archipelagic country rich in ethnic, cultural, religious, and belief diversity. The Indonesian Constitution guarantees freedom of religion and belief, yet adherents of traditional beliefs often face discrimination, particularly in marriage registration. This study aims to evaluate and reconstruct the marriage registration system for adherents of traditional beliefs based on Pancasila's social justice principles. The study employs various theories, including the theory of equal freedom of belief, affirmative action, the legal duty to collect what is scattered, and the principle of iustitia socialis. The findings indicate that the integration of marriage registration institutions, simplification of the registration process, training for registration officers, revision of inclusive regulations, and increased public awareness are crucial to overcoming discrimination and ensuring social justice. The implementation of this reconstruction is expected to provide legal certainty and protection of the rights of traditional belief adherents, reflect Pancasila values, and create a more just and inclusive society.

Background: Teenagers' lack of knowledge about puberty will have a negative impact both physically and socially on teenagers. Teenagers will feel anxious and afraid when physical changes occur. Data shows that the rate of early marriage in West Kalimantan is 25%. Researchers are interested in conducting research on the effect of educational videos on increasing teenagers' knowledge about puberty. Research Methods: This research design is a pre-experiment with a one group design model. The sample amounted to 61 female students using simple random sampling technique. The research location was at SMP N 06 One Roof Sintang, Sintang Regency. This research instrument uses a knowledge questionnaire with 30 questions. Statistical tests using the wilcoxom. Research Results: The level of knowledge before being done students who have less knowledge 73.8%, students who have sufficient knowledge 24.6% and who have knowledge 1.6%. have good knowledge or 98.4% and 1 student has sufficient knowledge or 1.6%. With a p-value test result of 0.001 <0.05. The mean difference between pretest and posstest knowledge is 36.18, which means that there is an effect of educational videos on adolescents' knowledge about puberty at SMP N 06 One Roof Sintang. Conclusion: There is an influence of educational video media about puberty on adolescents in SMP N 06 One Roof Sintang, Sintang Regency.

Marriage is often pursued with the expectation of finding enduring happiness and fulfillment. However, the reality of marital life can deviate from these aspirations. This study investigates the crucial role of marital commitment in shaping marital satisfaction among couples in Bali. Employing survey techniques, data was collected through questionnaires, utilizing a scale likert to measure both commitment and satisfaction levels. The results highlight a significant positive correlation between marital commitment and marital satisfaction. Specifically, higher levels of commitment are associated with increased marital satisfaction, while lower levels of commitment correspond to diminished satisfaction. Pearson product moment parametric correlation analysis substantiates these findings, revealing a correlation coefficient of r = 0.848 and p = 0.000 (p < 0.05). This study underscores the importance of marital commitment in fostering marital satisfaction, offering valuable insights for couples and practitioners alike.