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It's estimated that at least 1.2 million children and young people are exploited in the global sex trade each year. The Somaly Mam Foundation aims to give victims and survivors a voice in their lives, liberate victims, end slavery, and empower survivors as they create and sustain lives of dignity. For more info and to donate, click here.

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[August 2010] TheFARM ended July on a high note with the launch of not one, but two, calculator projects. 

Russell Contributions Calculator

Built for our friends at Russell this app allows BHP Billiton Pension contributors to work out how much cash they should add to their pension on a Before Tax and After Tax basis for the financial year to yield the best return. 

The particular mechanics are beyond this FARMer, but I’m assured by those more closely involved that this was the MOST complicated Flash application build in the history of the interwebs.

Zodiac Pool Heating Site

This nifty little site will help you figure out the best heating method for your pool - as well as what it will cost you to run. 

Enter a few details about your pool and the way you enjoy it and the calculator serves up a list of the most suitable systems and their associated running costs. 

http://www.zodiac.com.au/pool-heater-calculator.aspx