Description: Speaker Charles Jonassaint, PhD, MHS discussed strategies for engaging hard-to-reach populations in research, with a focus on decentralized behavioral trials with minoritized communities. The use of e-consent technologies to improve participation and trust is highlighted while sharing insights on designing culturally sensitive, accessible consent processes. Drawing from real-world examples, the session covered effective community collaboration, ethical research practices, and the role of technology in promoting health equity and empowering vulnerable populations.