Editing Voluntary spatial segregation

===== Date and country of first publication<ref>Date and country of first publication as informed by the Scopus database (December 2023).</ref>===== 
2015<br>
Indonesia
===== Definition ===== 

Voluntary spatial segregation refers to the phenomenon where individuals or groups choose to live or socialize primarily with others who are similar to them in terms of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or other demographic characteristics. This can result in the creation of homogenous neighborhoods, schools, or social circles, where diversity is limited.

This type of segregation is not enforced by law or policy, but rather occurs as a result of individual choices and preferences. It can contribute to the perpetuation of inequality and perpetuate social divides, as individuals may miss out on opportunities for cross-cultural understanding and collaboration.

Efforts to address voluntary spatial segregation may include initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion, such as affordable housing policies, community programs, and anti-discrimination measures. By fostering greater interaction and understanding among diverse groups, voluntary spatial segregation can be reduced and communities can become more inclusive and united.
==See also== 
==Related segregation forms==
Voluntary spatial segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms: 

[[social segregation]], [[spatial segregation]], [[self segregation]]
[[File:voluntary_spatial_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== 
<references /> 
{{NoteAI}} 
==Voluntary spatial segregation appears in the following literature== 

Marcuse P. (1997). The enclave, the citadel, and the ghetto: What has changed in the post fordist U.S. city. ''Urban Affairs Review'', ''33''(2), 228-264. SAGE Publications Inc..https://doi.org/10.1177/107808749703300206

Winarso H., Hudalah D., Firman T. (2015). Peri urban transformation in the Jakarta metropolitan area. ''Habitat International'', ''49''(), 221-229. Elsevier Ltd.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.habitatint.2015.05.024