Diversity, Inclusiveness and Social Cohesion

Irene van Staveren (staveren@iss.nl), Zahid Pervaiz and A.R. Chaudhary

No 2013-1, ISD Working Paper Series from International Institute of Social Studies of Erasmus University Rotterdam (ISS), The Hague

Abstract: __Abstract__ This study aims to investigate the role of diversity (ethnic, linguistic and religious) and social inequality in determining social cohesion. By using cross-country data, we have found that social inequality may be more important factor than diversity in determining cohesiveness of a society. Our analysis suggests that inclusive societies may be in better position to cope with the possible threat of diversity for social cohesion. By reducing social inequality, societies may mitigate the negative effects of diversity for social cohesion.

Keywords: inclusiveness; social inequality; social cohesion; ethnicity (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2013-11-01
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