El-Fatih: Jurnal Dakwah dan Penyuluan Islam

THE USE OF POSTER MEDIA AS EARLY MARRIAGE EDUCATION

Siti Aminah — 2025-10-30

The high rate of early marriage is influenced by economic, social, cultural, and educational factors. The lack of awareness among adolescents about the consequences of early marriage increases the likelihood of young marriages, which negatively affect health and education. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of poster media in raising awareness among adolescents aged 15–19 about the risks of early marriage, psychological impacts, reproductive disorders, and the importance of continuing education. The research methodology uses a qualitative approach, involving group discussions, observation, interviews, documentation, and the use of educational posters to assess the knowledge and attitudes of adolescents. The findings indicate that the use of poster media in early marriage education significantly impacts the improvement of adolescents' awareness regarding the risks of marrying at a young age. The study, conducted with junior and senior high school students aged 15–19 in Sengeti Village, Muaro Jambi District, found that students perceived the poster messages as easily understandable and capable of raising awareness about the negative effects of early marriage, such as psychological barriers, reproductive health issues, and interrupted education. Education was delivered through material presentations, discussions, and the distribution of posters both in person and on social media, which motivated adolescents to continue their education, maintain appropriate social behaviors, and understand the risks of early marriage. This shows the effectiveness of socialization in shaping preventive thinking. In conclusion, education through posters and discussions effectively increases the awareness of adolescents aged 15-19 about the risks of early marriage, encourages prevention, promotes continuing education, and helps them understand its negative impacts.

THE INFLUENCE OF ISLAMIC COUNSELING ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF VIRTUOUS CHARACTER IN STUDENTS

Sugiyanto Sugiyanto — 2025-10-30

The development of virtuous character in students is influenced by discipline, integrity, educational environment, and Islamic counseling, which fosters morality, responsibility, empathy, and religious awareness comprehensively. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of Islamic counseling in enhancing virtuous character among vocational high school students, including honesty, discipline, responsibility, tolerance, empathy, and the application of Islamic values in daily life. The research employed a quantitative approach with a One-Group Pretest-Posttest experimental design, collecting data through questionnaires and observation. The results indicate that the regression test showed a significance value (Sig.) for the Pretest coefficient of 0.000, which is smaller than 0.05, indicating a significant influence of the initial scores on the Posttest outcomes. In other words, the students’ initial character conditions before counseling significantly affected the development of virtuous character after the intervention. These findings reinforce that Islamic counseling is effective in shaping virtuous character, assisting students in increasing awareness, motivation, and the application of values such as honesty, trustworthiness, and patience, thereby producing consistent positive behavioral changes post-intervention. Conclusion: Islamic counseling can significantly influence the formation of noble character in students.

MARRIAGE MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM IN IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF SERVICES AT THE OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS

Lailatul Qadariyah — 2025-10-30

The Marriage Management Information System is capable of making administrative marriage services at the Cengkareng Sub-District Office of Religious Affairs more modern, faster, and reliable in efforts to improve the quality of services to the public, particularly marriage services. This study aims to examine service communication through the Marriage Management Information System as well as understanding of the system and the services available within it. The study employs a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection through observation, interviews, and document studies. The research subjects include the head of the Office of Religious Affairs, staff members, and prospective brides and grooms. Service communication through the Marriage Management Information System improves the quality of services at the Cengkareng Office of Religious Affairs through several aspects, namely the implementation of administrative marriage services, the impact of the system on service speed and reliability, and communication strategies in the socialization of the system from the perspective of Islamic Broadcasting Communication. Solutions for enhancing socialization include the use of social media, brochures, and religious forums. In addition, improving internet network capacity, intensive training for system officers, and attention to public complaints are key to minimizing technical obstacles. This ensures that the public can easily use the system and that services become more effective and efficient. In conclusion, the Marriage Management Information System has proven to improve the quality of marriage services at the Cengkareng Office of Religious Affairs through effective communication and utilization of digital technology.

THE ROLE OF FAMILY COMMUNICATION IN ADOLESCENT IDENTITY FORMATION IN THE MODERN ERA

Abdul Rosyad — 2025-10-30

Adolescents undergo a phase of identity exploration through social and family interactions. In Giwangretno Village, this process is influenced by modernization and digital media, which alter the dynamics of family communication. This study aims to explain the role of family communication and parental digital mediation in shaping adolescent identity in a modern rural environment. A qualitative approach was employed, utilizing observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving five adolescents, three parents, and two community figures. Data were analyzed using family communication theory and digital mediation theory. The findings indicate that family communication patterns in Giwangretno Village tend to be open and dialogical, allowing adolescents to express their opinions while fostering self-confidence and social responsibility. Family communication functions both as a means of instilling values and reinforcing emotional bonds. Parents implement three forms of digital mediation: restrictive, instructive, and participatory, with a dominance of the instructive pattern oriented toward education. This approach helps adolescents filter content, internalize positive values, and develop a reflective identity. The resulting adolescent identity is a hybrid of religious and modern values, harmoniously combining traditional values, religiosity, and digital modernity. Conclusion: Open family communication and instructive digital mediation strengthen a religious-modern adolescent identity and prevent identity crises in the digital era.

COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES IN THE DA‘WAH ACTIVITIES OF MAJELIS TAKLIM AL-ISTIQOMAH

Dadan Sunandar — 2025-10-30

This study examines the da‘wah strategies of Majelis Taklim Al-Istiqomah Klender in enhancing adolescents’ understanding of basic religious knowledge through the Tuhfatus Shibyan media in the digital era. Tuhfatus Shibyan is a nazm-based (rhymed poetry) text containing materials on Ilmu Tauhid (Islamic theology), Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), Sirah Nabawiyah (Prophetic biography), and maqolah / mahfudzat (aphorisms), designed to attract adolescents’ interest through an interactive and easily memorizable approach. This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach, using data collection techniques including observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The findings indicate that Tuhfatus Shibyan is implemented through structured teaching and Santri Basic Discipline Training (Latihan Dasar Kedisiplinan Santri, LDKS), which integrates religious education with character development. The study confirms that creative non-formal da‘wah approaches, such as Tuhfatus Shibyan, are relevant for enhancing adolescents’ basic religious understanding, with potential for adaptation into digital formats to meet the challenges of the digital era. The implications of this study recommend that Majelis Taklim organizers integrate technology into da‘wah strategies and expand collaborative networks with other communities.