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Race residential segregation refers to the division of different racial or ethnic groups into separate residential areas, resulting in distinct neighborhoods or communities that are largely homogeneous in terms of race or ethnicity. This can be a result of various factors such as historical discrimination, social inequalities, economic disparities, and policies that have contributed to the separation of communities along racial lines. | Race residential segregation refers to the division of different racial or ethnic groups into separate residential areas, resulting in distinct neighborhoods or communities that are largely homogeneous in terms of race or ethnicity. This can be a result of various factors such as historical discrimination, social inequalities, economic disparities, and policies that have contributed to the separation of communities along racial lines. | ||
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== | ==Race Residential Segregation appears on the following literature== | ||
Brauer M.A. | Brauer M.A., Adams J.S. (1974). Useful goal achievement measures: Zelder’s segregation indices. ''Journal of the American Planning Association'', ''40''(6), 430-438. https://doi.org/10.1080/01944367408977501 | ||
Dawkins C.J. (2005) | Dawkins C.J. (2005). Evidence on the intergenerational persistence of residential segregation by race. ''Urban Studies'', ''42''(3), 545-555. https://doi.org/10.1080/00420980500035725 | ||
Latest revision as of 11:31, 16 April 2024
Date and country of first publication[1][edit | edit source]
1974
Not identified in the sample.
Definition[edit | edit source]
Race residential segregation refers to the division of different racial or ethnic groups into separate residential areas, resulting in distinct neighborhoods or communities that are largely homogeneous in terms of race or ethnicity. This can be a result of various factors such as historical discrimination, social inequalities, economic disparities, and policies that have contributed to the separation of communities along racial lines.
Residential segregation can have significant consequences on individuals and communities. It can perpetuate social inequalities by limiting access to quality education, healthcare, employment opportunities, and public resources for certain racial or ethnic groups. It can also contribute to the creation of social and cultural boundaries, hinder social integration and interaction, and reinforce negative stereotypes and prejudices.
Residential segregation has been a prominent feature of many societies, including the United States, where historical and systemic racial discrimination has deeply influenced patterns of segregation. In the U.S., segregation was legally enforced until the mid-20th century through policies such as racial zoning, redlining, and restrictive covenants. Although these explicitly discriminatory practices have been outlawed, residential segregation persists due to ongoing racial disparities, socio-economic factors, and individual preferences.
Efforts to address residential segregation have focused on promoting fair housing policies, enacting laws to prohibit discrimination, and creating affordable housing opportunities in diverse neighborhoods. Many argue that reducing residential segregation is crucial for promoting racial equality, improving social cohesion, and creating inclusive communities where individuals from different racial or ethnic backgrounds can thrive.
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- ↑ Date and country of first publication as informed by the Scopus database (December 2023).
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Race Residential Segregation appears on the following literature[edit | edit source]
Brauer M.A., Adams J.S. (1974). Useful goal achievement measures: Zelder’s segregation indices. Journal of the American Planning Association, 40(6), 430-438. https://doi.org/10.1080/01944367408977501
Dawkins C.J. (2005). Evidence on the intergenerational persistence of residential segregation by race. Urban Studies, 42(3), 545-555. https://doi.org/10.1080/00420980500035725