Editing Urban socioeconomic segregation

===== Date and country of first publication<ref>Date and country of first publication as informed by the Scopus database (December 2023).</ref>===== 
2018<br>
Iran; Australia
===== Definition ===== 

Urban socio-economic segregation refers to the unequal distribution of wealth, resources, and opportunities among different social and economic groups within cities. It refers to the spatial separation of neighborhoods or areas based on income, education level, occupation, race, or ethnicity.

Socio-economic segregation can be seen in various forms, including residential segregation, educational segregation, and employment segregation. It can lead to the concentration of poverty in certain neighborhoods or areas, while wealthier communities have access to better services, schools, and job opportunities.

There are several factors that contribute to urban socioeconomic segregation. historical patterns of discrimination, income inequality, and housing policies play a significant role. Discrimination and segregation practices in the past, such as redlining, have shaped the current patterns of segregated neighborhoods. Additionally, socioeconomic segregation can be reinforced by public policies that prioritize economic development in certain areas, leaving others neglected.

The consequences of urban socioeconomic segregation are wide-ranging. Segregated neighborhoods often lack access to quality education, healthcare, and other essential services. This can perpetuate cycles of poverty and limit upward mobility for individuals living in such areas. Segregated schools may have fewer resources and opportunities, leading to educational disadvantages for students. Furthermore, segregated employment patterns can limit job prospects for individuals living in marginalized areas.

Addressing urban socio-economic segregation requires comprehensive strategies that tackle root causes and promote equitable access to resources and opportunities. This includes investing in affordable housing options, improving public transportation, implementing fair housing policies, and promoting economic development in underserved areas. Education and awareness about the impact of segregation are also crucial to fostering inclusive communities and reducing inequality in urban areas.
==See also== 
==Related segregation forms==
Urban socioeconomic segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms: 

[[socioeconomic segregation]], [[social segregation]]
[[File:urban_socioeconomic_segregation.png|780x780px]]

This visualization is based on the study [[Segregation_Wiki:About| The Multidisciplinary Landscape of Segregation Research]]. 

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

* [https://tinyurl.com/2235lkhw First year of publication] 

* [https://tinyurl.com/2d8wg5n3 Louvain clusters] 

* [https://tinyurl.com/223udk5r Betweenness centrality] 

* [https://tinyurl.com/244d8unz Disciplines in which segregation forms first emerged (Scopus database).] 
==References== 
==Notes== 
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==Urban socioeconomic segregation appears in the following literature== 

Azhdari A., Sasani M.A., Soltani A. (2018). Exploring the relationship between spatial driving forces of urban expansion and socioeconomic segregation: The case of Shiraz. ''Habitat International'', ''81''(), 33-44. Elsevier Ltd.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.habitatint.2018.09.001