Corporeal segregation

Date and country of first publication^[1]

2018
Portugal

Definition

Corporeal segregation refers to the physical separation or division of individuals based on specific physical characteristics, such as race or ethnicity, within a society or community.

This type of segregation involves the establishment of physical boundaries or restrictions that relegate certain groups to specific areas or locations, effectively preventing them from freely integrating or interacting with other groups. These boundaries can manifest in various forms, such as residential areas, public facilities, schools, or even entire towns or cities.

Corporeal segregation has historically been associated with oppression and discrimination, often perpetuating social, economic, and political disparities between different groups. It has been prevalent in many societies throughout history, including apartheid-era South Africa and racially segregated America.

While corporeal segregation is now largely illegal in many countries and highly discouraged, the legacy of past segregation policies and practices can still be seen today in the form of socioeconomic and spatial inequalities. Efforts towards desegregation and promoting inclusivity have been ongoing, but the challenges and consequences of corporeal segregation continue to be significant social issues.

Related segregation forms

Corporeal segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms:

gender segregation

This visualization is based on the study The Multidisciplinary Landscape of Segregation Research.

For the complete network of interrelated segregation forms, please refer to:

First year of publication

Louvain clusters

Betweenness centrality

Disciplines in which segregation forms first emerged (Scopus database).

References

Notes

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

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