Research Framework: This article is based on a doctoral thesis in Social Work on the development of a generic marriage preparation program within the Maronite Church in Lebanon. In this context, marriage preparation faces major challenges such as reluctance and disinterest on the part of couples, mainly as a result from insufficient adaptation to contemporary expectations.

Objectives: To develop a generic marriage preparation program that meets the needs and aspirations of couples, while encouraging their active participation. The objectives of this process are to involve participants in the analysis of existing marriage preparation programs, in the study of couples’ needs, and in the design of the program.

Methodology: This study is supported by a needs analysis as a program planning tool. Results from the first phase of data collection were used as the basis for the initial development of a generic marriage preparation program. The second phase featured an interactive community forum that aimed to finalize the program.

Results: The analysis of current programs and couples’ needs led to the design of a program with a dual preventive and promotional focus. This program outlines the skills and learning objectives targeted, the key concepts, the content components, as well as the pedagogical and management approach. It leaves it up to the participants to adapt it according to their expertise and resources.

Conclusion: Research highlights the importance of premarital preparation for contemporary couples, while stressing the importance of addressing their needs and concerns.

Contributions: To offer a marriage preparation program that is adapted to the needs of contemporary couples and that incorporates motivational strategies to encourage their active commitment, and thus enhance their responsibility for the success of their marriage.

• need
• conjugality
• couple
• commitment
• motivation
• partnership
• mariage preparation
• prevention
• marriage

https://journals.openedition.org/efg/20983