Historical territorial segregation

Date and country of first publication

2008
France

Definition

Historical territorial segregation refers to the practice of separating people of different races or ethnicities into different geographic regions or neighborhoods. This practice was common in the United States and other countries during periods of racial tension and discrimination, such as the Jim Crow era in the southern United States.

Segregation was enforced through laws, policies, and social norms that dictated where different racial groups could live, work, and socialize. This often resulted in minority groups being forced into overcrowded and impoverished neighborhoods with limited resources and opportunities, while white communities enjoyed better access to education, jobs, and services.

Historical territorial segregation had far-reaching consequences for the affected communities, contributing to poverty, unequal access to resources, and social inequality. While explicit segregation laws have been abolished in many countries, the legacy of historical segregation continues to impact communities today through persistent racial and economic disparities.

Historical territorial segregation appears in the following literature

Fassin D. (2008). The elementary forms of care. An empirical approach to ethics in a South African Hospital. Social Science and Medicine, 67(2), 262-270. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2008.03.044