The Right to Thrive: A Vision of Abundance for All
Basic needs are rights. They are the ground for human flourishing.
We imagine and create a world where all are empowered to thrive—where food, housing, healthcare, education, and a livable planet are not luxuries, but natural extensions of a caring and intelligent society.
This future is not a dream. It’s already unfolding. And we are building it—together.
We Choose to Ensure:
–Healthcare for dignity and wholeness
–Housing as sanctuary and stability
–Nutrition as fuel for body and soul
–Education as our shared growth
–A Healthy Planet as sacred ground
We Care for Each Other—Freely
Caring isn’t a burden. It’s a joy—a way of saying you are not alone. Even when others forget, we remember. And if you fall, know this: we still stand with you. That’s not charity. That’s love in motion.
Why This Model Works
When workers are supported, business thrives. Loyalty grows. Creativity sparks. Innovation flows. Profit becomes shared prosperity—not extracted from the weak, but built through care.
We are writing something new—rooted in real freedom: the freedom to rest, to heal, to grow, to be, to thrive.
Steps to Realize the Vision
–Transform businesses into forces for care and sustainability
–Organize communities to redirect tax dollars toward public good
–Elect leaders who serve principles rooted in freedom, equity, and care adapted to each community.
The ONA Model: How we accomplish providing Basic Needs as Rights willingly within our union of businesses
–$33/hr Minimum Wage– A wage to live, not just survive
–3x Salary Range– Reward without dividing
–$333k Max Wage– Redirect excess toward shared good
–6% of Profits to ONA Fund– A no-interest pool for mutual aid
–Work-Life Balance– Fewer hours, richer lives
–Separation of Business & State– End corporate rule
–Independent Union Chapters– Local power, global solidarity
We don’t take from others.
We create something new.
We’re not asking for permission.
We’re not here to control.
We’re extending an invitation—to thrive, together.
Joseph Abdalla - Founder of Our Next Arc
