Unicorn Riot: the tiny media outlet on the frontlines of US protests

Unicorn Riot, a small non-profit with just eight correspondents, has reported, often via live stream, some of the most engrossing, and frequently shocking, footage of the protests that have spread across the US.

In some cases Unicorn Riot reporters have become targets for violence themselves, as they have documented the heavy-handed policing and pugnacious rightwing counter-demonstrations that have accompanied the George Floyd protests.

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When they cover protests Unicorn Riot – the name was drawn from a pot of founders’ suggestions, and has “provided a huge conversation starter”, Georgiades said – puts out live stream coverage and then cuts digestible videos and publishes written articles.

“It’s long days, but I’m pretty dedicated. For me personally, I’m dedicated because I feel it’s really needed right now,” Georgiades said. “I’ve been doing probably 15 hours a days. Some days it’ll be like 18.”

The frontline work is not without dangers.
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Unicorn Riot believes the surge in donations should now ensure its future for years to come.

“All of our members are super dedicated. None of us do it for the money. We do it for the stories, and the ability to have this platform for the community,” Georgiades said.

https://www.theguardian.com/media/2020/jul/01/unicorn-riot-george-floyd-protests



YouTube Channel for Unicorn Riot:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeHbMlHDec5NmJfiQXMYGXQ

They are known for their for LIVE STREAM reporting.