Dynamic segregation

Date and country of first publication

1999
Brazil

Definition

Dynamic segregation refers to the phenomenon where individuals within a group or society voluntarily separate or group themselves based on various characteristics such as race, gender, socio-economic status, or religion. This can occur in various settings such as schools, neighborhoods, workplaces, or social events.

Dynamic segregation can be influenced by personal preferences, cultural norms, prejudices, or lack of opportunities for integration. It can have both positive and negative impacts, as it can create a sense of belonging and community for some individuals while also perpetuating stereotypes, discrimination, and inequality.

Efforts to address dynamic segregation may involve promoting diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for social mixing, challenging stereotypes and biases, and fostering a sense of unity and commonality among different groups. By actively working to break down barriers and increase interactions between diverse individuals, dynamic segregation can be reduced and a more inclusive society can be achieved.

Related segregation forms

Dynamic segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms:

racial segregation

Visualization based on the research

For the complete network of associated segregation forms, see:

• First year of publication https://tinyurl.com/2235lkhw

• Louvain clusters https://tinyurl.com/2d8wg5n3

• Betweenness centrality https://tinyurl.com/223udk5r

• Disciplines where segregation forms first appeared https://tinyurl.com/244d8unz

Notes

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Dynamic segregation appears in the following literature

Kollmann T., Marsiglio S., Suardi S. (2018). Racial segregation in the United States since the Great Depression: A dynamic segregation approach. Journal of Housing Economics, 40(), 95-116. Academic Press Inc..https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhe.2018.03.004