RIP : Toby Eaton-Baudains
Toby Eaton-Baudains, 29 was an officer with Raleigh International. He lost his life in an accident in Sandakan last monday. Raleigh International is a British-based volunteer group that helps young people gain confidence and leadership by doing charity and voluntary work across the globe.
I’m in no way connected to Raleigh or even participated in their programmes but I do read about their projects in the rural areas of Sabah. I think they are a group of unsung heroes in our state.
Many times their achievement in building bridges and installing gravity-based water system for the rural folks who don’t have any proper water system weren’t highlighted enough.
I am glad that their operation doesn’t have to go through the black and white procedures of the government, these are the actual people who “turun padang” (go down to the field) and help those in need. And doing this so far away from their homes really shows their strength and honesty.
Rest In Peace Toby Eaton-Baudains, probably you’ve already done enough. Thanks for the work.
Links
Star News : Official of British-based volunteer group dies in accident
Raleigh International
April 27th, 2007 at 6:42 pm
Yeah…Toby. What you’ve been doing was for a genuine cause from a sincere heart. We Sabahans are extremely grateful. We’re sure too that your family is proud of all the deeds you’ve done for those unfortunates rural folks.
Well…how about our political leaders? I guess they need help too!On how to be touched by sufferings faced by the kampong folks.
April 28th, 2007 at 12:27 pm
I don’t know if I can actually do what he did. It takes so much passion and determination to do such great work. I’m sure there are many unsung heroes out there that need to be told about…?
April 28th, 2007 at 2:55 pm
Our political leaders only show up during election time…
April 28th, 2007 at 3:12 pm
Ya lo…Nessa. But the sad thing is many stupid idiots still vote them into office. Even more stupid is if a Sabahan vote for a leader whose party is not local! Sedihhhh akuuuu….uhuk…uhuk…uhuk…
April 28th, 2007 at 4:05 pm
Itu laa Tombivo… Ko pigi stand for election la. I vote for U ..ekekekeke
April 29th, 2007 at 6:18 pm
Wa….Nessa, ya ka? But cannot la, cos i’ll be against many corrupted politicians and their stupid policies. Consequence is……the government will brand me anti-federal and detain me under ISA. Chiss….padahal am only trying to safeguard what is ours ba kannnnn?
April 29th, 2007 at 10:04 pm
tombivo, as long our media is being controlled, thats how long our sabahan bros and sisters will be blinded. imagine if the kampung folks have access to the net - im sure the situation will be a little bit different.
April 30th, 2007 at 7:02 pm
Hey guys thats really nice of you all to say.. I worked with Toby and am one of 3 sabahans who work for Raleigh International.
April 30th, 2007 at 9:12 pm
mrbadak…talk about the kampung folks. They’re our only group of people(mostly) who STILL often say “he’s our people from our party, we should support them…”. How patriotic are they compared to the more educated youngers…who mostly don’t mind kissing others’ assess as long as it helps to make their pocket fat…i dread to think what’s going to happen to our younger generations one day.
May 3rd, 2007 at 9:16 am
Mia - you shld be proud of your self for your volunteer work
May 6th, 2007 at 10:16 am
Yes, Mia. Keep up the good work!
May 8th, 2007 at 3:20 am
I heard the news about this tradjedy today, my sympathies are with his family and everyone who knew Toby. I volunteered with Raleigh on the Malaysia 06E expedition, and if this expedition was like the one I experienced then I hope that every venturer and staff member is coping, because I am sure that Toby would have made strong bonds with many people there.
August 6th, 2007 at 7:48 pm
toby was my big brother and he will be missed greatly.he was so passionate about goin to borneo and making a difference and that he did love you toby xxxxxxxx
January 7th, 2008 at 7:51 am
Toby was my best friend and probably the most genuine person ever. I miss u loads Toby and i’ll never ever forget you. Rest in peace mate.