Test Segregation
City Segregation
First academic publication in 1975, United States.
Preliminary AI definition (ChatGPT 3.5)
City segregation refers to the spatial and social separation of different groups within an urban area based on various characteristics such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and sometimes other factors like religion or nationality. This separation can manifest in the form of distinct neighborhoods or districts where people from particular demographic groups tend to live.
Segregation can result from historical patterns, discriminatory practices, economic disparities, and social inequalities. It often leads to unequal access to resources, services, and opportunities for different groups within the city. This phenomenon can have significant implications for the quality of life, educational opportunities, employment prospects, and overall well-being of individuals in segregated communities.
City segregation can be a complex issue influenced by historical, economic, and social factors, and addressing it often requires comprehensive strategies that promote inclusivity, diversity, and equitable development within urban areas.
Top segregation forms co-occurrences
economic_segregation; income_segregation; racial_segregation; residential_segregation; social_segregation; socio-spatial_segregation; urban_segregation
Top 3 most cited papers occurrences
Sørensen, Annemette; Taeuber, Karl E.; Hollingsworth Jr., Leslie J. (1975) Indexes of Racial Residential Segregation for 109 Cities in the United States, 1940 to 1970, Sociological Focus, 8:2, 125-142, DOI: 10.1080/00380237.1975.10571422
Meltzer, Rachel (2013) Do Homeowners Associations Affect Citywide Segregation? Evidence From Florida Municipalities, Housing Policy Debate, 23:4, 688-713, DOI: 10.1080/10511482.2013.812571
Laurence, Peter (2019) Jane Jacobs's urban ethics, Cities, 91, 29-38, DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cities.2018.02.028