Intraracial segregation

Date and country of first publication

1980
United States

Definition

Intra racial segregation refers to the separation or division of individuals within a particular racial or ethnic group. It occurs when people of the same racial background are segregated or separated from each other based on factors such as socioeconomic status, residential patterns, educational opportunities, and social interactions.

While intra racial segregation may seem counterintuitive, it can occur due to various factors. Historical patterns of discrimination and inequality can lead to the formation of separate communities within a racial or ethnic group. This can result from systemic racism, limited access to resources, and social exclusion. For example, in some urban areas, low-income neighborhoods dominated by people of the same racial background may be isolated and disadvantaged compared to more affluent and racially diverse neighborhoods.

Intra racial segregation can also occur voluntarily as individuals may choose to live, work, and socialize primarily with others from their own racial or ethnic group due to shared cultural values, traditions, and experiences. This can result in the formation of ethnic enclaves or neighborhoods where individuals feel a sense of belonging and community.

Intra racial segregation can have significant consequences for individuals and communities. It can perpetuate inequalities and limit opportunities for upward mobility and social integration. It can also contribute to the perpetuation of racial stereotypes and prejudice, as people may have limited exposure to individuals from different racial backgrounds.

Efforts to address intra-racial segregation require a comprehensive approach that tackles the root causes of inequality and discrimination. This may involve policies and initiatives that promote equal access to education, housing, employment, and other resources. Additionally, fostering intercultural understanding and promoting diverse interactions within and between racial and ethnic groups is crucial to combatting intra-racial segregation and promoting social cohesion.

Synonyms

The following terms are synonymous with:

intra racial segregation.

References and literature addressing this segregation form under these synonymous terms can be found below.

Notes

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Intraracial segregation appears in the following literature

Villemez W.J. (198). Race, Class, and Neighborhood: Differences in the Residential Return on Individual Resources. Social Forces, 59(2), 414-430. Oxford University Press.https://doi.org/10.1093/sf/59.2.414

da Conceição Nascimento G.X. (2015). The dangers of white blacks: Mulatto culture, class, and eugenic beauty in the post emancipation (USA, 1900 1920). Revista Brasileira de Historia, 35(69), 155-176. Associacao Nacional de Historia.https://doi.org/10.1590/1806-93472015v35n69008