Description: This article reflects on the author’s personal journey in clinical research while examining the persistent lack of diversity in clinical trials. It highlights ethical shortcomings and barriers that limit participation. The article also offers practical strategies to build trust and promote equitable inclusion of underrepresented communities in research.

Citation: Brown-Friday, J. (2024). Diversity in clinical trials: a complicated issue, not a simple solution. Diabetes Spectrum, 37(2), 186–192. https://doi.org/10.2337/ds24-0021