social marginalization

[/ˈsoʊʃəl mɑːrdʒɪnəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: social marginalizations
marginalização social
1. the process or state of being pushed to the edge or periphery of society, excluded from full participation in social, economic, and political activities
Social marginalization of immigrant communities often results in limited access to education and employment opportunities.
A marginalização social de comunidades imigrantes frequentemente resulta em acesso limitado a oportunidades de educação e emprego.
2. systematic exclusion or relegation of certain groups to a lower social status or position of reduced influence
The study examined how social marginalization affects mental health outcomes in vulnerable populations.
O estudo examinou como a marginalização social afeta os resultados de saúde mental em populações vulneráveis.
3. the condition of being treated as unimportant or peripheral within a society or institution
Fighting social marginalization requires comprehensive policy changes and community engagement.
Combater a marginalização social requer mudanças políticas abrangentes e engajamento comunitário.
In Brazil, this term is frequently discussed in academic and policy contexts relating to favela residents, Afro-Brazilian communities, and rural migrants. In the USA, it's commonly used in sociology and social work discourse regarding minority communities, homeless populations, and economically disadvantaged groups. The concept has become central to discussions of social justice and inequality in both countries.
NYC Slang
being pushed to the margins / left out in the cold
Synonyms / Sinônimos
social exclusionmarginalizationexclusionsocial ostracismperipheralizationdisenfranchisement
Antonyms / Antônimos
social integrationinclusionempowermentsocial participationintegration

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
marginalização social
most common and widely used term across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
marginalização social / exclusão social
both terms used frequently in discussions of favela communities
São Paulo
marginalização social / exclusão socioeconômica
emphasis often on economic dimensions in urban context
Portugal
marginalização social / exclusão social
similar usage but often paired with 'exclusão' in policy discussions

Related Words

marginalized groupssocial inequalitypovertydiscriminationsocial exclusionvulnerabilitydisenfranchisementsocioeconomic status

Related Idioms & Phrases

on the margins of society
pushed to the periphery
left behind
on the fringes
voiceless and forgotten
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