Relationship between Social Support and Subjective Well-Being of Child Marriage Women in Jember District, Indonesia

Child marriage is a serious issue with significant implications for well-being, particularly in terms of education, health, and economic conditions. Jember Regency, located in the province of East Java, Indonesia, is one region grappling with the challenges associated with child marriages. This study aims to analyze the relationship between social support and subjective well-being among women who entered into child marriages in Jember Regency. The research employs a quantitative approach and descriptive design to explain the relationship between social support and subjective well-being. The study population comprises 62 female beneficiaries of the YAPPIKA-ActionAid program who have experienced child marriages, with the entire population selected for examination (total sampling). Spearman's correlation test is employed to establish relationships between research variables. Results indicate a significant positive correlation between perceived social support from husbands and the subjective well-being of young married women (r=0.325**). Conversely, perceived social support from parents and in-laws does not significantly correlate with subjective well-being. Based on these findings, the study recommends specialized empowerment programs tailored for husbands. Such programs could focus on enhancing awareness and communication skills, enabling husbands to provide effective emotional, instrumental, and informational support to their wives. This targeted approach seeks to address the specific social support dynamics within child marriages, ultimately contributing to the well-being of the women involved.