The Lived Experience Of Latinx‐Americans And How Researchers Can Build Stronger Partnerships To Improve Research

The Latinx population is growing in the United States, and yet recruiting participants at representative rates into research for dementia is an ongoing challenge. This group is additionally facing the largest increase in Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementia diagnoses; however, literature indicates their contribution is regularly absent from related research and clinical trials. Representative recruitment to research is critical to ensure the outcomes of research are applicable and generalizable to this large population group. Hearing and understanding the lived experience of individuals from Latinx communities is key to addressing barriers to participation. Literature around increasing minority participation notes approaches of personalization are essential in reaching Latinx groups. This session will assist researchers in tailoring strategies of recruitment and methods of engaging with the latinx population by providing the necessary platform and direct connection to this community.