There Is A RYOT Going On - Get Involved!

The news is all around us!  Good and bad.  We see it and hear it everyday whether it be through newspapers, television, an online news source or social media.  Typically, we feel something - anger, sorrow, happiness - as we take in the information, but then what?  Sadly, a lot of people just let it go and move on, not because they don't care but because they don't know what they can do to help.  

Enter RYOT News.  Founded by Bryn Mooser and David Darg, RYOT offers an interactive approach to the news.  Here is how it works (from ROYT.org):

"1. Every story posted on RYOT.org is accompanied by an action box, which gives you a way to have an impact on the story, in some cases by donating to a leading organization making a positive impact on the issue, signing a petition, sending a tweet, or just sharing the story itself. Look for the gray box.

2. At the end of every story, you’ll find a RYOT note. This is where you can read about the connection between the article and the action(s) associated.

3. A percentage of all advertising revenue goes to a featured non-profit, which changes weekly. Just by getting your news from RYOT and sharing our stories, you are helping make a difference."

By providing a way for readers to act on a story, RYOT is empowering people.  When people feel that they, individually, can make a difference, positive things happen.  Change happens!

RYOT founders, Byrn Mooser and David Darg, along with activist Ian Somerhalder, recently spoke at the Social Good Summit in New York.  They discuss how the idea of RYOT came about, how it is changing the face of news and journalism and the importance of giving people a way to help.  Watch it here.

ROYT News is not only a way to learn about the important issues going on in today's world but it is a way to get involved and make a difference.  RYOT is how you can "Become the News"!


Web:    RYOT News
Twitter:  @RYOTnews
Facebook:  RYOT

Kim Johnston