🌆3.2.3.3 - Social and Economic Issues Associated with Urbanisation Flashcards
What is cultural diversity?
Existence of a variety of cultural/ethnic groups within a society
What is diaspora?
A group of people with similar heritage or homeland who have settled elsewhere in the world
What is economic inequality?
The difference between levels of living standards or income
What is social segregation?
Groups of people living apart from the larger population for a variety of factors
What is urban social exclusion?
Economic and social problems faced by residents in areas of multiple deprivation
What is poverty?
An absolute term referring to a poor standard of living which doesn’t change over time
What is inequality?
Refers to the economic differences between people at a variety of scales. All relative and not absolute
What are the 7 dimensions of deprivation?
Income Employment Health and disability Education, skills and training Crime Housing and services Living environment
What are some of the strategies to improve economic inequality?
Living wage Schools providing equal education Affordable housing Low skill jobs Public transport
How can housing lead to inequality?
New migrants generally are poor upon arrival and live in multiple occupancy rented accommodation. Ethnic minorities less successful at securing loans and mortgages
How can education lead to inequality?
Children usually attend nearest school, which may lead to a school becoming dominated by one ethnic group in particular areas. Additional English lessons may be required and special religious provisions
How can health lead to inequality?
Many minority ethnic groups live in inner city areas, with close association of poorer health levels. Tends to be a result of the poor built environment
How can religion lead to inequality?
Migrants may wish to follow their own religious calendars, which could lead to friction with employers and local communities. Misunderstanding of religious practices such as traditional clothing may also lead to conflict.
How can gender lead to inequality?
Women from ethnic minority groups might adopt different cultural preferences, traditions and norms. There may be a tendency for women t be the primary carers and they may be disadvantaged in terms of employment opportunities
What are some of the reasons for city diversity?
Point of entry for migrants
Specialist shops and services
Employment opportunities
Tolerant of migrants
How can inequality be reduced through education?
Increasing children’s achievement by improving educational provision and opportunities in deprived areas, seeking to improve literacy where English is a second language