Identification of Gender Roles and Family Values in Divorce Cases from a Socio-Economic Geography Perspective 42 Identification of Gender Roles and Family Values in Divorce Cases from a Socio- Economic Geography Perspective Herman Philips Dolonseda 1 ; Yemima Otoluwa 2 ; Gilly Marlya Tiwow 1 ; I Kadek Satria Arsana 1 1 Economics Education, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Manado, Indonesia 2 Geography Education, Faculty of Social Sciences and Law, Universitas Negeri Manado, Indonesia E-mail: satriaarsana28@gmail.com http://dx.doi.org/10.47814/ijssrr.v5i3.185 Abstract This study aims to identify gender roles and family values in divorce cases in Minahasa using a socioeconomic geography approach. Through qualitative methods, data were collected from in-depth interviews and observations with former spouses and community leaders. The results showed that the transformation of gender roles, especially the increasing independence of women, has a significant impact on the decision to divorce. Traditional family values that have been upheld are being eroded by economic pressures and social changes, especially in urban areas. In addition, the geographical context influences the dynamics of divorce, with areas of high social mobility showing a greater tendency towards divorce. The findings indicate the need to strengthen premarital education, extended family support, and local culture-based approaches to maintain family resilience. The limitations of this study lie in the narrow scope of the region and do not include quantitative analysis. Further research is recommended using mixed methods and involving more demographic variations. In conclusion, divorce in Minahasa results from complex interactions between social structures, cultural values, and a changing spatial context. Keywords: Gender Role; Family Values; Divorce Cases; Socio-Economic Geography Approach Introduction Divorce as a social phenomenon has been a major concern in socio-economic studies (Patoari, 2020) and human geography (Birta et al., 2024). Changing dynamics in family structure, gender roles, and traditional values increasingly influence couples' decisions to maintain or end a household (Bartley et al., 2005). In Indonesian society, which is full of family values and strong social norms, divorce is often considered a failure not only for the individual but also for the social community (Parker et al., 2016). In social and economic development, this phenomenon should be studied from various perspectives, including from the point of view of socio-economic geography. International Journal of Social Science Research and Review http://ijssrr.com editor@ijssrr.com Volume 8, Issue 6 June, 2025 Pages: 42-54