CHANGING PLACES Pt2 - Relationships and Connections Flashcards
What is the definition of an ‘insider’?
People who feel like they belong in a certain place and that is their home
What is the definition of an ‘outsider’?
Someone who does not have a connection to a place
What is social and spatial exclusion?
Exclusion from a society and feeling ‘out of place’ or not belonging to a certain society
What would social and spatial exclusion be due to? (Random)
- result of poverty
- belonging to a minority group
- spatial > could appear due to a lack of investment in a particular area
Examples of socially excluded groups in certain circumstances
- homeless
- ethnic minorities
- LGBT + communities
- immigrants
- age
- gypsies/travellers
- disabled
How do gated communities cause social and spatial exclusion (give examples and stats)?
Enclosed housing estates where access is strictly controlled (only residents can go in or out)
UK > London, Docklands
2004, estimated 1,000 gated communities across the country
What is dislocation?
+ an example
The process and characteristics within periods of geographical dislocation ; particularly the move away from the ‘familiar’ to the ‘unfamiliar’
Issues such as rented accommodation or having short term housing tendencies can make some people feel dislocated
What are the two areas we compare as case studies when looking at different inequalities within Birmingham and give some info about their status + location?
- Aston
- inner city area of Birmingham and is considered one of the most deprived areas in the country - Sutton Four Oak
- in the suburbs (rural area) with high levels of wealth
Give some facts and figures to represent the National Park Exclusion
- 2001 <1% of visitors were from ethnic minority backgrounds
- young people (16-24) make up 13% of the population but only 3% of The Lake District visitors
What is the Peak District mosaic?
It is to provide for people from ethnic minority communities and other marginalised communities, living around the boarders of the Peak District, to engage in activities that;
> develop their capacity, knowledge and skills, yo tale an active role in management, conservation and promotion of the Peak District National Park
raise awareness of diversity and shared history in rural areas; and promote understanding between people from diverse background
What is the definition of Egan’s Sustainable Development?
Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs
What should communities must do to meet Egan’s Sustainable development targets? (4)
- Make effective use of natural resources
- Enhance the environment
- Promote social cohesion and inclusion
- Strengthen economic prosperity
What are the 4 key categories of Egan’s Sustainable Development?
- Sociability
- Uses & activities
- Access & linkages
- Comfort & image
What are the 4 categories of place?
- near
- far
- experienced
- media
What do distant places usually lead to and why?
+ SOME HIGH LEVEL KEY WORDING
Often lead to xenophobia as we separate ourselves from others which creates “us” and “them” ideologies
Racist ideologies have been used to justify atrocities committed in wars by colonial powers e.g. British
