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The Pierre Auger Observatory combines frontier research on ultra-high-energy cosmic rays with outreach activities increasingly guided by diversity, equity, and inclusion objectives. Recent efforts at the Visitor Center in Malargüe have focused on making science accessible to audiences traditionally underrepresented in STEM. The group has created interactive modules for blind and deaf visitors, featuring Braille labels, tactile models of extensive air showers, and 3D-printed representations that invite hands-on discovery. Direct engagement with schools serving blind and neurodiverse students has enabled the adaptation of educational content and formats to diverse learning needs. Concurrently, the Observatory strengthens the participation and visibility of women and girls in science. Activities celebrating the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (February 11) and International Women’s Day (March 8) are complemented by outreach videos showcasing women physicists within the Collaboration. Early-career researchers have also taken the lead in organizing forums that address persistent structural barriers and explore ways to foster a more equitable academic and research environment. These initiatives demonstrate how Auger's outreach program integrates astroparticle physics with inclusive practices that expand participation and connect local and international communities.
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