Commercial segregation

Date and country of first publication

2011
United states

Definition

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Commercial segregation is the practice of separating businesses and commercial establishments based on race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. This practice can result in certain communities having limited access to certain businesses or services based on their demographic characteristics. Commercial segregation can be driven by various factors, including discriminatory practices, economic disparities, and historical patterns of development. It can contribute to inequality and reinforce social divisions within a community. Efforts to address commercial segregation often involve initiatives to promote equal access to commercial opportunities and foster inclusive and diverse business environments.

Further reading

Semmes C.E. (2011) "Charitable collaborations in Bronzeville, 1928 1944: The Chicago defender and the regal theater", Journal of Urban History, 37(6), pp. 975-991. . DOI: [htttp://doi.org/10.1177/0096144211418434 10.1177/0096144211418434]