Black local segregation

Date and country of first publication

2015
united states

Definition

{NoteAI} Black local segregation refers to the social, political, and economic separation of Black individuals or communities from other racial or ethnic groups within a specific locality, such as a neighborhood, city, or region. This form of segregation has historically been enforced through various discriminatory practices, such as redlining, restrictive housing covenants, and racial violence.

Black local segregation has its roots in the era of slavery and continued to persist even after the abolition of slavery. During the Jim Crow era, when racial discrimination was legally sanctioned, Black people were subjected to widespread segregation in public spaces, including schools, parks, restaurants, and public transportation. This segregation was enforced through laws known as "Jim Crow laws."

While the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s led to the dismantling of many legally sanctioned segregation practices, black local segregation persists to some extent today due to various socio-economic factors. In many cases, Black neighborhoods continue to face economic marginalization, lack of access to quality education and healthcare, and limited job opportunities, all of which contribute to their isolation from more affluent, predominantly white neighborhoods.

Black local segregation can have a profound impact on individuals and communities, leading to disparities in income, education, healthcare, and social capital. It promotes a pattern of racial and economic inequality, as it limits the opportunities and resources available to Black individuals and communities.

Efforts to address black local segregation have included fair housing laws, anti-discrimination policies, and initiatives aimed at promoting inclusive and diverse neighborhoods. However, more work is needed to dismantle the systemic barriers that perpetuate black local segregation and ensure equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race or ethnicity.

Further reading

Krivo L.J.; Byron R.A.; Calder C.A.; Peterson R.D.; Browning C.R.; Kwan M.-P.; Lee J.Y. (2015) "Patterns of local segregation: Do they matter for neighborhood crime?", Social Science Research, 54(), pp. 303-318. Academic Press Inc.. DOI: [htttp://doi.org/10.1016/j.ssresearch.2015.08.005 10.1016/j.ssresearch.2015.08.005]