Orato, a network of contributors, is looking for writers, photographers and videographers from around the world to join its network. Orato will pay for first-person stories from professional or amateur writers. Orato considers itself to be part magazine, part talk show, part town meeting and an alternative to the big media and says it has more than 2,000 correspondents around the world.

Orato is interested in first-person stories that will inspire, anger and delight readers, while illustrating the issues of the day. It seeks true stories in the words of the individuals who lived them, but it also seeks writers who can reach such people and help give them a voice. Orato runs a photo illustration with every story, and regularly adds audio or video clips when available.

To send your ideas or join Oratoнs network of writers, photographers and videographers check out the contributorsн site at http://www.orato.com , or contact Orato at editor@orato.com.