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Eligible studies reported primary data on vaccination coverage among Indigenous, rural, migrant, or marginalized populations in LAC. Two independent reviewers performed screening, data extraction, and quality assessment (JBI tools). Random-effects meta-analysis was conducted for comparable outcomes, with subgroup analyses by population and intervention type. Feasibility was assessed across logistical, financial, and cultural domains using an implementation science framework.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Of 2750 records, 21 studies met inclusion criteria, representing 10 LAC countries. Interventions included community health worker (CHW) outreach (43%), mobile units (29%), school-based delivery (14%), digital reminders (10%), and culturally tailored campaigns (5%). Meta-analysis of 16 studies showed that individuals receiving interventions were 64% more likely to achieve complete vaccination (risk ratio (RR)\u2009=\u20091.64; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.32\u20132.04). Effects were stronger for Indigenous populations (RR\u2009=\u20091.85; 95% CI, 1.42\u20132.25) than for other rural groups (RR\u2009=\u20091.45; 95% CI, 1.20\u20131.80). CHW outreach and mobile units showed the largest effects. Feasibility was highest for CHW and culturally adapted strategies due to community trust, low costs, and adaptability.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Community-based, culturally grounded interventions, particularly those integrating CHW networks and Indigenous leadership, significantly improve vaccination coverage among hard-to-reach populations in LAC. 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