Cardinal segregation

Date and country of first publication

2021
Spain

Definition

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Cardinal segregation refers to the practice of separating individuals based on their perceived social or economic status, rather than their race or ethnicity. This form of segregation can occur in a variety of settings, such as schools, neighborhoods, or workplaces, where individuals are divided according to their income, education level, or other indicators of social standing. Cardinal segregation can lead to increased inequality and limited opportunities for those who are disadvantaged in terms of social status.

Further reading

Calsamiglia C.; Martínez-Mora F.; Miralles A. (2021) "School Choice Design, Risk Aversion and Cardinal Segregation", Economic Journal, 131(635), pp. 1081-1104. Oxford University Press. DOI: [htttp://doi.org/10.1093/ej/ueaa095 10.1093/ej/ueaa095]