1000 Heirs – State-Sponsored Surrogacy to Combat Population Decline: Thought Experiment & Discussion

​This is a thought experiment about an unconventional techno-pro-natalist idea: Could state-sponsored mass surrogacy reverse declining birthrates in advanced societies?

​As nations develop, birthrates drop, especially among the educated. Causes include greater career opportunities for women, delayed marriages, and higher rates of singleness. Yet, the desire for children remains strong. Unfortunately, while life expectancy has increased, fertility hasn’t followed.

​One solution? A state-subsidized program combining egg / embryo freezing, IVF, and surrogacy. Surrogates from lower-income countries could be employed at a total cost of $40,000 to $100,000. Parents could choose to raise the child immediately, or the state could care for the child for the first two years.

​Benefits:

• ​Makes parenthood possible later in life, even at 50+.

• ​Boosts birthrates and potentially pays for itself through lifetime tax contributions.

• ​High-IQ individuals could have larger families, amplifying their traits (think: 12 kids, Elon Musk style).

​Is this practical, outrageous, or intriguing? Join for a brief intro and discussion to explore the possibilities and implications.