The process of redlining designated areas of cities (of predominantly minority populations) where banks would not provide home and business loans.

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Redlining was a discriminatory practice in which banks would refuse to provide loans or other financial services to people living in certain neighborhoods, often based on race or ethnicity. This practice was particularly prevalent in the mid-20th century, when many urban areas saw the growth of predominantly minority communities that were targeted for redlining by lending institutions. Redlining had a significant impact on housing discrimination and inequality, and has been recognized as a contributing factor to the racial wealth gap in the United States.

The Process of Redlining Designated Areas of Cities (Of Predominantly