"You can never change things by fighting the existing reality.
To change something, build a new model that makes the old model obsolete."
-- Buckminister Fuller
To change something, build a new model that makes the old model obsolete."
-- Buckminister Fuller
MaryLynn Schiavi, President, Pro Se Nation
MaryLynn Schiavi is a journalist, video & television producer, and mediator. In addition to developing communications for a range of corporate clients, she is a correspondent and columnist for Gannett publications in NJ. She served as the writer, associate producer, host and narrator of the Emmy Award winning Matter & Beyond television program that explores the philosophical and ethical dimensions of science and technology.
Her monthly column 'IMAGINE' explores all things innovative in New Jersey and highlights such diverse topics as breakthroughs in quantum physics, astronomy and revolutionary bio-medical therapies. Ms. Schiavi established Salon des philosophes (Parlor of the Philosophers) in 1991 which offered lectures followed by open and free-ranging discussion on topics such as philosophy, spirituality, meta-physics and psychology -- to general audiences in New Jersey and Florida. The Salon was covered by the New York Times and a host of media outlets throughout the NJ area. During her tenure at AT&T, Ms. Schiavi established the Electronic Salon in 1995 -- an in-house, interactive talk show and continuous learning forum available to employees around the world through AT&T's in house video conferencing technology. The E-Salon focused on emerging Internet technology and culture. In 2005-06, Schiavi served as writer, on-air host and producer of programs for AT&T's Internet Security News Network (ISNN) currently known as the AT&T Tech Channel. She earned a bachelor’s degree at New York University majoring in both journalism and political theory with a minor in philosophy and studied religion and society at Drew University Graduate School. |
About UsJustice for all is an ideal that most of us long to believe in, and many have died for. But the reality is that justice in the American legal system often requires a substantial financial investment that most Americans cannot afford. So what's the solution? What steps can we take to make our ideal of justice for all a reality for the average citizen?
Pro Se Nation seeks to ignite a passion for understanding the law and legal principles in the average American so that he or she, empowered with information and insight, will be prepared to challenge the assumptions upon which we operate and envision and stand for positive change. Why Pro Se Nation? ‘Pro se’ is a Latin phrase that means ‘for oneself’ and is most commonly used to refer to those who self-represent or proceed in a legal dispute without an attorney. Using the Latin phrase in a more expanded way -- “Pro Se Nation” is an organization dedicated to helping American citizens better understand the law and legal principles 'for themselves.' Think of this as a 'Do It Yourself' site to better understand the law, legal principles and the philosophy and history of law. This site does not provide legal advice or services, but can help you to understand how the law affects different aspects of your life and how you can begin to research and address legal disputes that may arise and how to find the most appropriate legal advice when needed. We believe, that as American citizens, it is vital that we all understand the laws that support the rights and freedoms we enjoy in this country. Living in different centuries, champions of freedom Simon Wiesenthal and Alexander Spencer said it best, "There is no freedom without justice." The Vision: Pro Se Nation will take many forms and provide a variety of resources to help the average non-lawyer better understand the law and legal principles. |