Ethnic minority segregation

Date and country of first publication

2006
United Kingdom

Definition

Ethnic minority segregation refers to the separation or isolation of minority groups, such as racial or ethnic groups, from the majority population in a society. This can occur in various contexts, including residential neighborhoods, schools, workplaces, and social interactions. Segregation can lead to social, economic, and political disparities between minority and majority groups, as well as reinforce stereotypes and prejudices. Efforts to address ethnic minority segregation often involve promoting integration, diversity, and inclusion in various aspects of society.

Synonyms

The following terms are synonymous with:

minority ethnic segregation.

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

Related segregation forms

Ethnic minority segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms:

racial segregation, ethnic segregation, residential segregation, housing segregation, racial residential segregation, ethnic residential segregation

Visualization based on the research

For the complete network of associated segregation forms, see:

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Notes

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Ethnic minority segregation appears in the following literature

Munoz S.-A. (2006). Divided by faith The impact of religious affiliation on ethnic segregation. Scottish Geographical Journal, 122(2), 85-99. https://doi.org/10.1080/00369220600917479

Phillips D. (201). Minority ethnic segregation, integration and citizenship: A European perspective. Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies, 36(2), 209-225. https://doi.org/10.1080/13691830903387337

Powell R. (2013). Loïc Wacquant's 'Ghetto' and Ethnic Minority Segregation in the UK: The Neglected Case of Gypsy Travellers. International Journal of Urban and Regional Research, 37(1), 115-134. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1468-2427.2012.01188.x

Anderson K.F. (2017). Racial Residential Segregation and the Distribution of Health Related Organizations in Urban Neighborhoods. Social Problems, 64(2), 256-276. Oxford University Press.https://doi.org/10.1093/socpro/spw058

De Maio F., Ansell D., Shah R.C. (202). Racial/ethnic minority segregation and low birth weight in five North American cities. Ethnicity and Health, 25(7), 915-924. Routledge.https://doi.org/10.1080/13557858.2018.1492706