Local socioeconomic segregation

Date and country of first publication^[1][edit | edit source]

2020
France

Definition[edit | edit source]

Local socio-economic segregation refers to the division of people within a specific area based on their socio-economic status. It is the separation of individuals or groups into different neighborhoods, communities, or schools based on their income, occupation, education level, or other socio-economic factors.

This segregation can occur due to various factors, including housing affordability, social and cultural norms, discrimination, and access to resources. In many cases, high-income individuals or families tend to concentrate in certain affluent neighborhoods, while low-income individuals or families are concentrated in economically disadvantaged areas.

Socio-economic segregation can have significant implications for individuals and communities. It can contribute to unequal access to quality education, healthcare, employment opportunities, and other resources. It can also impact social mobility and perpetuate cycles of poverty. Moreover, it can lead to social and spatial isolation, limiting social interactions and opportunities for understanding and empathy across different socio-economic groups.

Efforts to address socio-economic segregation often involve policies and initiatives aimed at promoting affordable housing, improving access to quality education, reducing income inequality, and fostering inclusive communities. These initiatives aim to create more equitable and cohesive societies by reducing the disparities caused by socio-economic segregation.

Related segregation forms[edit | edit source]

Local socioeconomic segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms:

residential segregation, socioeconomic segregation

This visualization is based on the study The Multidisciplinary Landscape of Segregation Research.

For the complete network of interrelated segregation forms, please refer to:

First year of publication

Louvain clusters

Betweenness centrality

Disciplines in which segregation forms first emerged (Scopus database).

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Notes[edit | edit source]

↑ Date and country of first publication as informed by the Scopus database (December 2023).

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