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Article History

Received: 6 November 2024

Accepted: 8 January 2025

First Online: 13 February 2025

Declarations

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: In addition to obtaining informed consent, the research adhered to stringent ethical guidelines. The study was conducted under the oversight of the ethics committee, ensuring that all procedures met ethical standards. The social science faculty research and community service committee approved the protocol following Bahir Dar University Research and Community Services guidelines and regulations. This oversight ensured that the research respected participants' rights, maintained confidentiality, and minimized any potential harm. Ethical considerations extended beyond informed consent to include rigorous adherence to ethical standards throughout the research process, ensuring the integrity and ethical soundness of the study.

: The informed consent to participate was obtained from all the participants.

: The authors declare no competing interests.