Marginalized Communities

Definition

Marginalized communities refer to groups of people who are pushed to the edges of society, often experiencing social and economic disadvantages due to factors such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or gender identity.

Related terms

Discrimination:

Unfair treatment or prejudice against individuals based on their belonging to a particular marginalized community.

Stereotype threat: The fear or anxiety experienced by individuals when they believe that their performance may confirm negative stereotypes about their marginalized group.

Cultural bias:

When assessments or tests favor one cultural group over another, leading to unfair outcomes for members of marginalized communities.