Hispanic workhood segregation

Date and country of first publication

2019
United States

Definition

Hispanic workhood segregation refers to the phenomenon of Hispanics being spatially segregated within the workforce. This means that Hispanics tend to be concentrated in specific industries or occupations, often characterized by lower pay and limited opportunities for career advancement.

Hispanic workhood segregation can be a result of various factors, including discrimination, language barriers, and limited access to education and training. This segregation can also be influenced by economic factors, such as the availability of jobs in certain geographic areas.

The consequences of Hispanic workhood segregation are significant. It perpetuates economic inequality and can lead to lower wages and limited career prospects for Hispanics. It also contributes to social and cultural exclusion, as Hispanics may be isolated within their own communities and face barriers to social mobility.

Efforts to address Hispanic workhood segregation include promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, providing access to education and skills training, and advocating for policies that dismantle systemic barriers. It is crucial to acknowledge and challenge this form of segregation to create more equitable and inclusive work environments for Hispanics.

Related segregation forms

Hispanic workhood segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms:

residential segregation, social segregation, racial segregation, metropolitan segregation, black white segregation, work segregation, workhood 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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Hispanic workhood segregation appears in the following literature

Hall M., Iceland J., Yi Y. (2019). Racial Separation at Home and Work: Segregation in Residential and Workplace Settings. Population Research and Policy Review, 38(5), 671-694. Springer Netherlands.https://doi.org/10.1007/s11113-019-09510-9