This study examines the role of non-formal Islamic education in shaping family legal awareness among Muslim communities in Indonesia, focusing on three key institutions: Majelis Taklim, Taman Pendidikan Al-Qur'an (TPQ), and Pesantren. Employing a qualitative approach that includes in-depth interviews, participant observation, and document analysis, the study analyzes data through the lens of legal consciousness theory, emphasizing how individuals perceive, interpret, and practice legal norms outside the formal legal system. The findings reveal that each institution plays a distinct yet complementary role in fostering family legal awareness. Majelis Taklim serves as a dynamic space for adult religious learning, particularly in empowering women to negotiate family roles and responsibilities. TPQ acts as an early education foundation, instilling moral and normative values regarding family life in children through Quranic study. Meanwhile, non-formal pesantren function as authoritative centers providing a more structured, doctrine-based understanding of Islamic family law, often influencing community practices and dispute resolution. The study also demonstrates that the transmission of family legal norms within these institutions extends beyond formal instruction, occurring instead through hidden curricula, social interactions, and daily religious practices. The research highlights the importance of non-formal religious education in bridging the gap between normative Islamic family law and its practical implementation in society. This article contributes to the broader discourse on law and society by offering deep insight into how legal consciousness is cultivated outside formal legal institutions. Furthermore, it underscores the strategic role of non-formal Islamic education in strengthening family resilience and fostering normative compliance within the framework of Islamic family law in contemporary Indonesia.
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