Speakers Mylynda B. Massart, MD, PhD, Maya Ragavan, MD, MPH, MS and Carmen Guerra, MD, MSCE, FACP explored critical barriers to research participation, emphasizing the need for broader access and inclusivity. The session covered mechanisms to enhance participation across diverse populations and identify key changes necessary to foster inclusivity. Additionally, the session examined how historical factors, including colonization and structural racism, continue to influence research practices and outcomes today.