Global segregation

Date and country of first publication

2011
United States

Definition

Global segregation refers to the separation of people based on race, ethnicity, religion, or socioeconomic status on a worldwide scale. It can manifest in various forms, such as restricted access to resources, unequal opportunities for education and employment, residential segregation, and systemic discrimination. Global segregation has historical roots in colonialism, imperialism, and slavery, and continues to be perpetuated through various social, economic, and political structures.

This segregation can be seen in numerous ways, including the existence of marginalized communities, ghettos, and slums in many countries across the globe. These communities often face limited access to quality education, healthcare, and basic services, leading to a cycle of poverty and inequality. Additionally, discriminatory immigration policies, racial profiling, and xenophobia contribute to the exclusion and marginalization of certain groups in different parts of the world.

The consequences of global segregation are far-reaching. They include social and economic disparities, unequal distribution of resources, and limited social mobility for marginalized groups. This segregation undermines individual and collective well-being and hinders societal progress towards equality and justice.

Addressing global segregation requires both local and international efforts. It involves dismantling systemic barriers and providing equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, religion, or socioeconomic status. Promoting inclusive policies, fostering intercultural understanding, and challenging discriminatory norms and practices are crucial steps towards combating global segregation and promoting global unity.

Notes

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Further reading

Sandoval J. (2011) Neighborhood diversity and segregation in the Chicago metropolitan region, 1980 2000. Urban Geography, 32(5), 609-640. [1]

Lloyd C.D., Shuttleworth I. (2012) Residential segregation in Northern Ireland in 2001: Assessing the value of exploring spatial variations. Environment and Planning A, 44(1), 52-67. Pion Limited.[2]

Herscher A. (2019) Designs on disaster: Humanitarianism and contemporary architecture. The Routledge Companion to Critical Approaches to Contemporary Architecture, 25-35. Taylor and Francis.[3]

Shdema I., Abu-Rayya H.M., Schnell I. (2019) The interconnections between socio spatial factors and labour market integration among Arabs in Israel. Papers in Regional Science, 98(1), 497-514. Blackwell Publishing Ltd.[4]

Dehm S. (2019) Passport. International Law’s Objects, 342-356. Oxford University Press.[5]

Benenson I., Omer I. (2019) Measuring individual segregation in space a formal approach and case study. Studies in Segregation and Desegregation, 11-38. Taylor and Francis.[6]

Fischer M., Soden K., Thoret E., Montrey M., McAdams S. (2021) Instrument timbre enhances perceptual segregation in orchestral music. Music Perception, 38(5), 473-498. University of California Press.[7]

van Ham M., Tammaru T., Ubarevičienė R., Janssen H. (2021) Rising Inequalities and a Changing Social Geography of Cities. An Introduction to the Global Segregation Book. Urban Book Series, 3-26. Springer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH.[8]

Zuo C., Suo X., Lan H., Pan N., Wang S., Kemp G.J., Gong Q. (2022) Global Alterations of Whole Brain Structural Connectome in Parkinson’s Disease: A Meta analysis. Neuropsychology Review, -. Springer.[9]