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Social representations of urban insecurity in children of Peñalolén: What happens in contexts where the geographical distance of segregation decreases?

Authors

  • Miguel Pérez A. Universidad de Chile
  • Andrea Roca V. Universidad de Chile

Abstract

The residential segregation of Penalolen has declined since the early 90's. Currently there are areas of low-income housing areas with building projects of the type condominiums. This geographic closeness between families of different social classes makes this community a special place to observe new types of social relationships. This article provides empirical material about socio-territorial differentiated children and how them represents the phenomenon of urban insecurity and fear, also demonstrates how that feelings configures their urban way of live.

Keywords:

Urban insecurity, social representations, residential segregation, children, Peñalolén

Author Biographies

Miguel Pérez A., Universidad de Chile

Antropólogo Social, Universidad de Chile

Candidato a Magíster en Desarrollo Urbano, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile


Andrea Roca V., Universidad de Chile

Antropóloga Social, Universidad de Chile