The present interactive discussion will focus on the experiences of a student panel of minoritized students (LGBTQ+ and/or BIPOC) conducting research on minoritized populations (double minoritization). The discussion will center on empowering and understanding panelists' minoritized experiences while also contributing to the field. Audience participation will be facilitated through guiding questions to encourage interaction with the panelists. Audience members will also be given an opportunity to ask specific questions to the panelists. Panel Discussion Questions: What are your minoritized identities and how have they contributed to your understanding of research? How do you cope with the research? How do you hope your contributions will change your respective fields? How did you get into research within your prospective field? Audience Engagement Questions: Do any of the panelist's experiences feel relatable with your personal experiences? What were some barriers for researchers to face and how did they overcome it? What is the role of minoritized faculty members in helping foster engagement in research? How can minoritized student researchers feel safety and comfort in working with White cis/het faculty members? What are your survival strategies in being "the first" or "the only" in your respective fields? How do you find community in research?