underserved population
[/ˌʌndərˈsɜːrvd ˌpɑːpjəˈleɪʃən/]
noun phrasepl: underserved populations
população carente de serviços / população mal atendida
1. A group of people who have limited or inadequate access to essential services such as healthcare, education, housing, or public utilities due to geographic, economic, social, or systemic barriers
Rural areas are often considered underserved populations due to lack of healthcare facilities.
As áreas rurais são frequentemente consideradas populações mal atendidas devido à falta de instalações de saúde.
2. Communities that receive fewer resources, opportunities, or attention from government, private institutions, or organizations compared to other segments of society
The nonprofit organization focuses on providing educational resources to underserved populations in low-income neighborhoods.
A organização sem fins lucrativos se concentra em fornecer recursos educacionais para populações carentes em bairros de baixa renda.
In the USA, this term is widely used in public health, education, and social policy discussions to identify communities needing targeted interventions. In Brazil, similar concepts are discussed through the lens of 'favelas,' poverty reduction programs, and social inequality. The term reflects growing awareness of equity issues and the need for targeted resource allocation to underrepresented groups.
NYC Slang
forgotten communities / left behind neighborhoods
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