Peer-reviewed article
Stop! Marriage at Child Age
Nenden Dewianti, Resmisari Dewi, Nursahidin Nursahidin, Aghnia Dian Lestari ·
Summary
Written by AI, not yet AICS's view · claude-haiku-4-5-20251001This study examines how well Indonesia's Majalengka Regency implemented a government policy to prevent child marriage. Despite efforts including public awareness campaigns, the rate of child marriages continued to increase. The research found that limited staff and resources, along with weak coordination between government agencies and community groups, hindered the policy's effectiveness. The study recommends more resources, better coordination, stronger education, and greater community involvement to tackle the problem.
Key points
- Child marriage rates in Majalengka Regency continued to increase despite policy implementation
- Limited human resources were identified as a main challenge to effective prevention
- Socialization strategies were attempted but insufficient without additional interventions
- Better coordination among stakeholders is needed for effective implementation
- Enhanced education and community involvement are essential complementary interventions
Limitations
The document does not provide specific numbers on child marriage rates, details on the characteristics of affected families, or evidence on what approaches work best to prevent child marriage. It does not compare outcomes with other regions or evaluate the long-term impact of specific interventions.
Abstract
Marriage at a young age remains a significant social issue requiring special attention, particularly in Indonesia. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Child Marriage Prevention Policy in Majalengka Regency, as regulated by Regent Regulation Number 54 of 2021, which focuses on the prevention of child marriages. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method, utilizing primary and secondary data sources through observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that the rate of child marriages in Majalengka Regency is still increasing, despite the government's efforts to implement preventive measures, including socialization strategies aimed at reducing the incidence of child marriages. One of the main challenges in effectively preventing child marriages is the limited human resources available for implementing the program. This research highlights the need for strengthened resources and better coordination among stakeholders to effectively reduce the prevalence of child marriages in the region. The study also suggests that additional interventions, such as enhanced education and community involvement, are essential to complement the ongoing efforts and address this persistent issue comprehensively.