Ethiopian Midwives Association Dire Dawa Chapter celebrated the 28th International Day of the Midwife. Most of mother’s in Ethiopia are dying due to bleeding after child birth. At this time the number of blood donations has been dramatically reduced due to COVID-19 pandemic. Blood donation is an essential health service, even during the coronavirus pandemic. To contribute its professional part, Dire Dawa chapter with its members has donated 34 units of blood to save lives of the mothers.