Persistence and Emergencies of Inequalities in Latin America: A Multidimensional Approach

Latin America and the Caribbean are the most unequal regions in the world, with social inequality being a historical characteristic. The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the persistence of historical trends and contributed to the emergence of new forms of inequality. This book adopts a multidimensional approach to analyze both the persistence and the emergency of social devices of production and reproduction of inequalities in the region, focusing on four main axes: generational and intergenerational inequalities, structural gender inequality, intertwined social inequalities, and the historical and economic dimension of inequality. It will be of interest to researchers and policy makers interested in reducing social inequalities.

Format: Hardback
Length: 275 pages
Publication date: 22 February 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This book adopts a comprehensive and multifaceted approach to examine the historical and emerging factors that contribute to Latin America and the Caribbean's status as the most unequal region in the world. While social inequality has been a longstanding characteristic of the region, the beginning of the 21st century saw a glimmer of hope as progressive governments implemented policies aimed at reducing this historical trend. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has put these efforts to the test, exposing the persistence of historical trends and unleashing new forms of inequality.

The various chapters in this contributed volume adopt a multidimensional, intersectional, and comparative perspective to analyze the persistence and emergence of social mechanisms of production and reproduction of inequalities across diverse Latin American and Caribbean temporal and spatial contexts. The issues examined in these chapters revolve around four main axes:

a) The persistence of generational and intergenerational inequalities.
b) Structural gender inequality.
c) Intertwined social inequalities: race, class, and social structure.
d) The historical and economic dimension of inequality.

Persistence and Emergencies of Inequalities in Latin America: A Multidimensional Approach will appeal to scholars and researchers interested in the study of social inequality and social justice across various disciplines, including sociology, political science, history, economics, anthropology, and education. It will also serve as a valuable resource for policy makers and social activists engaged in the discussion, advocacy, and implementation of public policies aimed at reducing social inequalities.

In conclusion, this book offers a comprehensive and insightful analysis of the factors that perpetuate and exacerbate social inequalities in Latin America and the Caribbean. By adopting a multidimensional approach, it provides valuable insights into the complex web of factors that contribute to this regional disparity and offers potential solutions for addressing these challenges.

Weight: 606g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030904944
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022