Residential socioethnic segregation

Date and country of first publication^[1]

2014
France

Definition

Residential socio-ethnic segregation refers to the separation of different socio-economic and ethnic groups into different residential areas or neighborhoods. This can occur due to various factors including economic disparities, racial discrimination, and social exclusion. It leads to the creation of neighborhoods that are predominantly inhabited by one socio-economic or ethnic group, with limited interaction between different groups.

Socio-ethnic segregation can have significant social and economic consequences. It can perpetuate inequalities and reinforce existing disparities in educational opportunities, access to health care, and employment prospects. It can also contribute to the development of social divides, as individuals from different socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds have limited opportunities to interact and understand each other's perspectives, leading to stereotypes and prejudices.

Residential socio-ethnic segregation is often a result of systemic factors such as discriminatory housing policies, redlining, and unequal access to resources and opportunities. Historical patterns of residential segregation, such as the legacy of racial segregation in the United States or the legacy of apartheid in South Africa, can still be observed in many areas today.

Efforts to address residential socio-ethnic segregation involve policies and initiatives aimed at promoting integration and diversity in residential areas. These may include affordable housing programs, fair housing laws, and community development initiatives that aim to create mixed-income and mixed-ethnic neighborhoods. Additionally, increasing awareness and understanding of the impacts of segregation and promoting inclusive social and economic policies can play a crucial role in reducing residential socio-ethnic segregation and fostering more equitable and integrated communities.

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Notes

↑ Date and country of first publication as informed by the Scopus database (December 2023).

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