Land disparity (or land inequality) is the discussion of lack of equality in land access or ownership. This can be looked at from a variety of viewpoints, including:
- Disparity caused by unequal economic conditions
- Disparity caused by racial/ethnic bias
- Disparity caused by governments/political systems
- Disparity caused by war
- Disparity caused by gender bias
- Etc…
Whatever the reason, when people are limited in their access to land, they are limited in their economic conditions and financial outlooks. Land disparity occurs all over the world, in emerging and developed nations. As outlined above, it can occur for various reasons.
My hope is that calling attention to land disparity will result in some policy changes to benefit many of the poorest people in the world. I know this is a grand idea, but small seeds can grow into giant trees.