Topic: Finnish Civil War (1918)
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Room #1 - Reds
Chair: Brinda Purimetla Director: Josh Mekala Crisis Manager: Shrujal Ambati Committee Description: The Finnish civil war of 1918 was a four month long struggle for control of Finland as it was splitting from The Russian Empire and becoming an independent state. The war was fought between the Reds and the Whites. The Reds, who were social democrats, represented the Finnish labour movement and wanted to maintain the rapid industrialization and modernization that had begun following the fall of the Russian Empire. After the control of Finland shifted to the Whites (conservatives) in 1917, the Reds sought to regain power. The growing rift deepened as both sides sought support from out of the country. As there was no police force formally established in Finland, militarization rose. The Red Guard, the Reds’ paramilitary force, controlled the urban centers, such as cities and industry towns. However, with this militarization came a rise in conflicts. The escalation of political chaos and increasing acts of violence led to the start of the civil war. This JCC will delve into the political, social, and national turmoil that occurred in Finland before and during the war. Delegates must collaborate to write and pass a plethora of directives, and must consider how their actions will affect the outcome of the war and the future of Finland’s people and government. They must also consider what the opposing side (the Whites) are trying to accomplish as conservatives looking to maintain the social order that was established under the Russian Empire. Finland must be established as a progressive country in order for it to survive in a changing world, and the Reds must ensure that this happens. 
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Room #2 - Whites
Chair: Izam Karukappadath Director: Gaby Michel Crisis Manager: Shrujal Ambati Committee Description: The Finnish civil war of 1918 was a four month long struggle for control of Finland as it was splitting from The Russian Empire and becoming an independent state. The war was fought between the Reds and the Whites. Prior to World War One, Finland had undergone rapid population growth, and an upswing in industrialism had occurred. That change, however, resulted in a shaky process of democratization, and with the loss of Russian influence post-WW1, a power vacuum opened in Finland. The coming struggle for dominance, between the conservatives and the labor movement, is sure to be a major political issue in both Finland and the region. This JCC will delve into the political, social, and national turmoil that occurred in Finland before and during the war. Delegates must collaborate to write and pass a plethora of directives, and must consider how their actions will affect the outcome of the war and the future of Finland’s people and government. They must also consider what the opposing side (the Reds) are trying to accomplish as radicals looking to threaten the social order that was established under the Russian Empire. The Reds, supplied by Soviet Russia, are attempting to stage a takeover of Finland, in the name of the labor movements. The Whites, however, have chosen to fight back. It is up to you delegates to solve this crisis, to prevent the spread of the labour movement, and to prove to Europe’s powers that Finland has what it takes to be a force in its own right. Finland must retain its traditional values that have made it thrive for such a long time, and the Reds must ensure that this happens.
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MEET YOUR CHAIRS
Brinda Purimetla is currently a Senior at the Advanced Science and Math Academy. Brinda started MUN as a Freshman because she wanted to find an environment in which she could debate current and historical events, and she has grown to love the welcoming yet competitive environment that it fosters. Outside of MUN, Brinda is a part of Advanced Math and Science Academy's math team and swim team. Brinda cannot wait to chair the Red's room in the Finnish Civil War JCC, and to see all of the new ideas and plot lines the committee comes up with! She hopes to see you then! |
MEET YOUR CHAIRS
Izam Karukappadath is currently a junior at the Advanced Science and Math Academy. Since he has started in his freshmen year, he has fallen in love with politics, causing him to let go of all other career options in mind since Model UN has helped him decide to pursue political science and internal relations in university, with a Pre-Law track. Outside of MUN, Izam is also an eager part of Advanced Math and Science Academy's debate and speech team. Izam looks forward to a great day of debate and eager to see what all delegates will bring to the table. |