Racialized social segregation

Date and country of first publication

2016
United Kingdom

Definition

Racialized social segregation refers to the division and separation of individuals based on their race or ethnicity within social contexts. This type of segregation can occur in various aspects of life, including housing, education, employment, and social interactions.

Historically, racialized social segregation has been a result of systemic racism and discriminatory practices. It has led to the marginalization and inequalities faced by racial and ethnic minority groups, as well as the perpetuation of stereotypes and prejudice.

In housing, racialized social segregation may manifest through practices such as redlining, where certain neighborhoods were marked as higher risk for lending and insurance purposes based on their racial composition. This practice limited access to housing and contributed to the concentration of racial and ethnic minorities in specific areas.

In education, racialized social segregation can result from policies like school zoning, tracking, or the lack of resources and opportunities provided to schools in predominantly minority neighborhoods. These factors can lead to unequal access to quality education and perpetuate the achievement gap between different racial and ethnic groups.

Racialized social segregation can also occur in the labor market, where discrimination and biased hiring practices may lead to unequal employment opportunities and limited upward mobility for racial and ethnic minorities.

In social interactions, individuals may experience segregation through informal social networks and cultural norms that dictate who is included or excluded in certain social settings. This can result in the formation of racialized social cliques or the exclusion of individuals based on their race or ethnicity.

Efforts to address racialized social segregation involve promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of society. This can include implementing fair housing policies, investing in quality education for all students, fostering inclusive workplaces, and challenging stereotypes and biases through education and awareness.

Synonyms

The following terms are synonymous with racialized social segregation:

racialised social segregation.

References and literature addressing this segregation form under these synonymous terms can be found below.

Notes

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Racialized social segregation appears in the following literature

Crozier G., Burke P.J., Archer L. (2016). Peer relations in higher education: raced, classed and gendered constructions and Othering. Whiteness and Education, 1(1), 39-53. Informa UK Ltd.https://doi.org/10.1080/23793406.2016.1164746