Mobility segregation

Date and country of first publication

1996
United States

Definition

Mobility segregation refers to the separation of individuals based on their mobility capabilities or limitations. This can occur in different contexts, such as transportation, housing, or public spaces.

In transportation, mobility segregation can occur when certain modes of transportation are not accessible or adapted for people with mobility impairments. This can result in limited options for individuals with disabilities, leading to isolation and a lack of equal opportunities for mobility.

In housing, mobility segregation can be seen in the physical design of buildings or neighborhoods that do not provide accessible features for individuals with mobility impairments. This can restrict their ability to live independently and participate fully in community life.

Public spaces can also contribute to mobility segregation if they are not designed with accessibility in mind. Lack of ramps, elevators, or specially designed facilities can exclude individuals with disabilities from enjoying and utilizing these spaces.

Mobility segregation can have significant social, economic, and psychological impacts on individuals with mobility impairments. It can reinforce inequality and hinder their inclusion and integration into society. It is important for governments, organizations, and communities to promote accessible design and inclusive policies that minimize mobility segregation and ensure equal opportunities for all individuals.

Notes

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Further reading

Turner J.H. (1996) A macro level functional theory of societal disintegration. International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy, 16(4), 5-36. [1]

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Van Ham M., Manley D., Bailey N., Simpson L., Maclennan D. (2013) Understanding neighbourhood dynamics: New insights for neighbourhood effects research. Understanding Neighbourhood Dynamics: New Insights for Neighbourhood Effects Research, 1-21. Springer Netherlands.[3]

Iglesias-Pascual R. (2017) Development and transversality of the discourse on immigration in Seville's metropolitan area; [Generadores y transversalidad del discurso sobre inmigración en el ámbito metropolitano de Sevilla]. Eure, 43(129), 93-114. Revista de Geografia Norte Grande.[4]

Welsh R.O. (2018) Student Mobility, Segregation, and Achievement Gaps: Evidence From Clark County, Nevada. Urban Education, 53(1), 55-85. SAGE Publications Inc..[5]

Welsh R.O. (2019) Ebbs and Flows: Revisiting the Relationship between Student Mobility, Segregation, and Neighborhoods. Peabody Journal of Education, 94(5), 493-520. Routledge.[6]

Park S., Oshan T.M., El Ali A., Finamore A. (2021) Are we breaking bubbles as we move? Using a large sample to explore the relationship between urban mobility and segregation. Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 86(), -. Elsevier Ltd.[7]