Early marriage remains a significant challenge to human development, affecting educational attainment, reproductive health, and human resource quality. Vocational high school students are in a transitional stage toward the workforce and therefore require an understanding of Pendewasaan Usia Perkawinan as a foundation for preparing responsible family life. This community service program aimed to strengthen students’ understanding of Pendewasaan Usia Perkawinan at SMK Negeri 1 Banjarmasin through participatory educational activities. The program was implemented in three stages: preparation, implementation, and evaluation. The implementation integrated educational sessions, case-based Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), infographic poster development, group presentations, and peer-to-peer education. Evaluation was conducted descriptively through observation, reflection, and brief interviews. Participants actively engaged in learning activities, analyzed issues related to Pendewasaan Usia Perkawinan, developed ideas collaboratively, presented discussion outcomes, and shared knowledge with peers. Reflections and interviews indicated improved understanding of Pendewasaan Usia Perkawinan as preparation for family life through physical, psychological, social, and economic readiness before marriage. This participatory approach can serve as a reference for developing educational programs on Pendewasaan Usia Perkawinan and adolescent reproductive health in vocational high schools.
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