Islamic family law perspective on livelihood provision by visually impaired husbands: A study at the Indonesian Moslem Blind Association (ITMI) Manado

Purpose – This study aims to analyze the fulfillment of family support obligations by visually impaired husbands in the Indonesian Muslim Blind Association (ITMI) in Manado City, using the perspective of Islamic family law. Design – This study uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. Primary data was obtained by conducting in-depth interviews with husbands of visually impaired individuals as well as ITMI administrators. Secondary data was based on Law No. 1 of 1974 concerning marriage, from books and journals, using analysis techniques through data reduction, presentation, and drawing conclusions. Findings – Research results show that even though they have physical limitations, blind husbands at ITMI still try their best to meet their family's economic needs through various professions (like massage therapists, farmers, traditional healers). In situations where the economic needs aren't fully met, there's cooperation and compromise in the family, with the wives also pitching in financially. Research Implications – This research provides a theoretical contribution to the development of inclusive Islamic family law studies based on humanity (equality and decency). Practically, this research is expected to serve as a reference for local governments and social institutions in formulating economic empowerment policies and accessibility assistance for people with disabilities. Originality – The novelty of this research lies in its focus, which connects Islamic family law with the sociological realities of visually impaired people in urban areas of Manado city, something that hasn't been explored in depth very often.