Is 'balance' just gentrification in disguise? New study challenges housing policy

Is 'balance' just gentrification in disguise? New study challenges housing policy

Cities around the world pursue urban renewal under the banner of resilience and diversity. The idea is simple: if neighborhoods include socially and economically diverse residents, it will lead to stronger social cohesion, greater trust, and mutual support among the community. One common approach is to mix residents from different income groups within the same neighborhood.