Large-scale issues, such as climate change and gentrification, can prompt people to involuntarily leave their homes and communities (e.g., displacement) thereby posing a threat to health, well-being, and a sense of belonging. While these phenomena yield a variety of effects, the mechanisms linking them to health are unclear. This thread of research examines intersectional inequality and system-level factors associated with displacement (climate and gentrification) that lead to disparate health outcomes.
Research explaining changing neighborhood characteristics (e.g., gentrification and redlining) has become increasingly popular over the last decade. But what’s so bad about gentrification, really? Gentrification symbolizes many different things for different people – from boutique coffee shops to sky-high rents. At its core, gentrification supports inequality on multiple levels and prioritizes the needs of some residents […]
Assessing the impact of climate change requires analyzing individuals, populations, and elevated risks among subgroups. Incorporating intersectional approaches (e.g., those focused on issues of poverty, place, and race) into public policy may highlight how communities and individuals with fewer resources experience compounded vulnerability to climate-related risks. An intersectional framework yields implications for research and policy in […]