Ethnic religious segregation

Date and country of first publication

2000
United Kingdom

Definition

Ethnic religious segregation refers to the separation of different ethnic and religious groups in society, often resulting in physical, social, or cultural barriers between them. This separation can be enforced through discriminatory laws or policies, social norms, or even violence.

In many cases, ethnic religious segregation is a result of long-standing conflicts or tensions between different groups. It can lead to the creation of distinct ethnic or religious enclaves, where individuals of the same group live, work, and socialize predominantly with others from their own background.

Ethnic religious segregation can have negative consequences for individuals and society as a whole. It can perpetuate stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination, leading to social divisions and conflict. It can also limit opportunities for intergroup understanding, cooperation, and integration.

Efforts to address ethnic religious segregation include promoting inclusive policies, laws, and social practices that ensure equal rights and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their ethnicity or religion. Additionally, fostering dialogue, intergroup communication, and cultural exchange can help break down barriers and promote understanding between different groups.

Notes

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Further reading

Adair A.S.; Berry J.N.; McGreal W.S.J.; Murtagh B.; Paris C. (2000) "The local housing system in Craigavon, N. Ireland: Ethno religious residential Segregation, Socio tenurial polarisation and sub markets", Urban Studies, 37(7), pp. 1079-1092. Carfax Publishing Company. DOI: 10.1080/00420980050032485

Murtagh B. (2001) "City visioning and the turn to community: The case of Derry/Londonderry", Planning Practice and Research, 16(1), pp. 9-19. . DOI: 10.1080/02697450120049533

Murtagh B. (2001) "The URBAN community initiative in Northern Ireland", Policy and Politics, 29(4), pp. 431-446. Policy Press. DOI: 10.1332/0305573012501440

Khattab N. (2003) "Segregation, ethnic labour market and the occupational expectations of Palestinian students in Israel", British Journal of Sociology, 54(2), pp. 259-285. . DOI: 10.1080/0007131032000080230

Murtagh B. (2004) "Collaboration, equality and land use planning", Planning Theory and Practice, 5(4), pp. 453-469. . DOI: 10.1080/1464935042000293198

Hochberg G.Z. (2010) "Introduction: Israelis, Palestinians, queers: Points of departure", GLQ, 16(4), pp. 493-516. . DOI: 10.1215/10642684-2010-001

Murtagh B. (2011) "Ethno religious segregation in post conflict Belfast", Built Environment, 37(2), pp. 213-225. . DOI: 10.2148/benv.37.2.213

Mallet J.; Lewis C.A.; Cairns E. (2013) "Perceived in group density and psychological adjustment in a sample of Northern irish catholics and protestants", Studia Psychologica, 55(3), pp. 229-246. Institute of Geography of the Slovak Academy of Science. DOI: 10.21909/sp.2013.03.639

Tuntivivat S. (2016) "The inter relationship between violence and education amidst armed conflict in Southern Thailand", Journal of Aggression, Conflict and Peace Research, 8(4), pp. 269-278. Emerald Group Publishing Ltd.. DOI: 10.1108/JACPR-04-2016-0222

Friedrichs J. (2022) "Ethnic segregation in schools: a study of non decision making", Journal of Education Policy, -. Routledge. DOI: 10.1080/02680939.2022.2136764

Sowgat T.; Roy S. (2022) "Neighborhood segregation in Dhaka", Journal of Urban Affairs, -. Taylor and Francis Ltd.. DOI: 10.1080/07352166.2022.2119861