Martien de Jong: Rethinking Anarchocapitalism for Community Growth
If you follow Martien de Jong, you know he’s not your typical founder. Building Prospergenics from the ground up, Martien brings a bold twist to anarchocapitalism—an ethical approach that goes further than most, especially when it comes to how we define and respond to aggression.
Beyond the Non-Aggression Principle
Traditional anarchocapitalism anchors itself to the Non-Aggression Principle (NAP): don’t initiate force or fraud. But Martien pushes this boundary. He argues that aggression isn’t just about violence or obvious harm—it includes the quieter, damaging forms of passive aggression too. Think: neglecting someone’s needs, sidelining voices, or failing to support growth when you can. In his philosophy, wilful neglect is a form of aggression.
What Does This Mean for Prospergenics?
- Active Support Culture: Community members are encouraged to speak up, offer help, and watch out for each other’s progress.
- Accountability: Team leads and mentors ensure no one gets left behind. A missed opportunity to help is seen as a collective responsibility, not just an individual slip.
- Zero Tolerance for ‘Silent Harm’: Whether it’s on a project or in personal development sessions, Martien’s mentoring confronts not just bullying and exclusion, but also ignoring contribution or failing to listen.
Empowerment—Not Just Freedom
For Martien, prosperity isn’t about being left alone—it’s about being enabled. By challenging even passive harm, Prospergenics becomes a platform where every voice has a chance to be heard and every member is pushed toward their own version of prosperity.
Walking the Talk
His approach shows up daily: feedback loops, coaching circles, and ongoing dialogue make inaction almost impossible. If someone is stuck, the community asks “what can we collectively do?”—a direct reflection of Martien’s vision.
Learn More & Get Involved
If you’re curious about ethical anarchocapitalism, or want to see how these principles look in real communities, check out Martien’s insights for deeper dives and practical tips. Ready to shape a community that empowers everyone?