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A survey of research team members identified macro-, mediator-, and micro-level barriers and facilitators to research engagement and participation and identified approaches to address these barriers. Not being aware of the study was the key macro-level barrier. The team used multiple methods of outreach to inform participant candidates including in-person and virtual community events. Key mediator-level barriers were lack of phone and transportation access, and clinicians not referring patients. A multi-pronged strategy was employed, including in-person meetings (for those who lived in the region) often at locations that were accessible to men in their neighborhoods. To help with transportation challenges the team provided ride-share services, bus fare or parking vouchers. At the micro-level, the team also used multiple approaches to help participants manage barriers related to stress or family life circumstances and acute or chronic health conditions. 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