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Involving members of the public in research is becoming increasingly commonplace, in the UK and internationally. It is essential that public involvement is inclusive of individuals and their diverse life experiences, including challenging experiences that may be associated with stigma and social exclusion. The involvement of people with lived\/living experience of substance use and homelessness in research is increasing in response to increased recognition of the importance of inclusion and the benefits conferred to research.<\/jats:p>\n              <\/jats:sec><jats:sec>\n                <jats:title>Main body<\/jats:title>\n                <jats:p>In this commentary, we share our own experiences of being part of a Patient and Public Involvement group that was convened during a feasibility study of a peer-delivered harm reduction intervention. We are a diverse group but share experience of the field of substance use\/homelessness, as people with lived\/living experience, and as researchers and practitioners. We share our reflections and learning, as well as offer recommendations for researchers working in our field. Our group worked together to make a positive and deliberate contribution to the study. This did not happen by chance but required the development of mutual trust and respect, with each member having a commitment to support the group for its two-year duration.<\/jats:p>\n              <\/jats:sec><jats:sec>\n                <jats:title>Short conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                <jats:p>It is important for researchers to appreciate that meaningful Patient and Public Involvement is very valuable but requires a commitment from all involved. Regarding our field of substance use and homelessness specifically, it is essential that people with these experiences have opportunities to contribute to research and can do so in a meaningful way. People with lived\/living experience are able to bring to life the rich tapestry of others\u2019 experiences. However, the involvement must be neither tokenistic nor indifferent to the wider challenges common to these experiences.<\/jats:p>\n              <\/jats:sec>","DOI":"10.1186\/s40900-021-00324-8","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2021,11,20]],"date-time":"2021-11-20T20:02:37Z","timestamp":1637438557000},"update-policy":"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1007\/springer_crossmark_policy","source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":17,"title":["\u201cPPI? 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