Functioning of the Network Smooth functioning of the network was possible only because of voluntary involvement and commitment of the chairperson, committee members, and many general members, who are well connected professionals contributing their time from their busy schedules. The network is led by “Honorary Chairperson”. The chairperson is supported by a core team, consisting of various network committee chairpersons. The objective of the core team is to strengthen commitment, capacity and coordination between the network members, government agencies, donors and international organizations for greater effectiveness towards achieving the goals of Safe Motherhood Network. The core team is responsible for making decisions and providing direction to the committees, the Secretariat and the network as a whole, in carrying out agenda and activities identified during Annual General Meeting and All Members Meeting. SPECIAL OBJECTIVES OF THE COMMITTEES