BD-NAB-2837-1232 ARK Foundation As part of the DiaDeM project, a Community Engagement and Involvement (CEI) training was conducted to strengthen the research team's understanding and practical capacity to engage community members throughout the research process. The training introduced the principles of meaningful community engagement, emphasizing the importance of involving community stakeholders beyond their role as research participants. It focused on approaches for identifying and understanding community needs, building trust and reciprocal relationships, facilitating inclusive participation, and incorporating community perspectives into research planning and implementation. ARK Foundation Public health awareness. 33053