The research project focuses on the residential segregation of socio-economically excluded individuals in the Czech Republic. Commonly referred to as urban segregation, this phenomenon is typically viewed negatively in the literature. It is linked to various issues, including restricted social mobility, limited opportunities and access to resources, and segregation in education, among others.
Residential segregation is a complex issue heavily influenced by local specifics and cannot be understood solely in spatial terms. Nevertheless, the spatial dimension is important when analyzing the dynamics that lead to residential segregation. Although the causes and consequences of social exclusion have been widely studied, segregation is primarily examined through the lens of administrative units, which often encompass diverse urban structures and types. This approach may introduce biases in understanding the distribution of socio-economically excluded residents in cities and the environments in which they live.
This research aims to explore the phenomenon of urban segregation by analyzing the distribution of socio-economically excluded residents in selected cities across the Czech Republic. The primary focus is on urban segregation at the neighbourhood level, emphasizing mainly regional cities that differ in their historical and economic contexts.
The project focuses on urban segregation in the Czech Republic, ensuring a meaningful comparison within a single cultural and national framework. The research will examine how social exclusion manifests spatially within urban areas, utilizing parameters relevant to urban planning.
The dissertation will include several case studies exploring the living environment of excluded residents concerning state social policies, particularly in the context of the political, economic, and social transformations after 1989. Ultimately, the study seeks to identify whether socio-economic exclusion in the Czech Republic follows repetitive sp
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