The Directorate of Technology Transfer and Community Service is dedicated to engaging with the community and addressing their diverse needs and challenges. By actively interacting with the local community, the Directorate plays a vital role in identifying crucial areas of improvement and development. The following are the core responsibilities and initiatives undertaken by the Directorate to enhance the livelihoods and well-being of the community:
- Identifying community needs, issues, and demanded technologies
- Conducting capacity building training sessions on various issues
- Providing essential community services, including healthcare, legal aid, and STEM programs
- Introducing agricultural technologies and innovative solutions to benefit the community
- Offering material and technical support to local institutions
Since its establishment, the University has done several community service and technology transfer activities. You can access the Five Year Outreach Strategic Plan, the Technology Transfer and Community Service Guideline, and Activities performed so far by the directorate.
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Melkam Abate (Assistant Professor)
Community Service Directorate Director
Tel: +251-913-45-17-92
Email: melkamabate@gmail.com