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and engaging in meaningful discussions. The reviewers also encouraged valuable feedback, further enriching the conversations and shaping future research directions for the participants.

In his welcoming remarks, Dr. Hailu Gebru, Director of the Research and Extension Directorate, highlighted that Salale University has been engaged in various research projects and community service activities aimed at addressing societal challenges since its inception. He further emphasized that now is the critical time to focus on solving these problems, rather than just identifying them through research.

In his opening remarks, Mr. Baley Kaseye, Dean of the College of Business and Economics, emphasized that research should aim to address community issues rather than being purely theoretical. He stressed the importance of practical solutions to tackle the pressing challenges faced by society.

During his closing remarks at the workshop, Mr. Hailu Tesfaye, Vice Dean of the College of Business and Economics, emphasized the importance of conducting high-quality research that directly addresses societal problems. He stated that research validation workshops play a key role in achieving this goal. Additionally, he noted that the feedback and suggestions from reviewers are essential in ensuring the best research outcomes.