Photo Exchange and Get-To-Know
2025-08-15 19:00 - 21:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
Join us this Friday (15 Aug 2025) for an evening of fellowship and remembrance of our Gaya Island Hike. We will be showcasing slides from the hike while facilitating a photo exchange amongst those who wish to share their photos with each other.

65th Anniversary Special Membership Promotion
2025-09-26 00:00 - 2026-12-31 23:59 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
Great news for all current and new members!
As The Sabah Society marks its 65th Anniversary, we are delighted to introduce a special membership promotion in celebration of this milestone. 🌿
This exclusive offer begins at our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 26 September 2025 and will remain available throughout the year 2026. It is the perfect time to join us and be part of our community dedicated to exploring, learning, and preserving the rich heritage and culture of Sabah.

Special Anniversary Rates

Ordinary Membership~RM 75~ now only RM 55

Student Membership~RM 30~ now only RM 25

Become A Member Today!
Why Join The Sabah Society?
✔ Discover more about Sabah’s heritage, culture, history, and natural wonders✔ Take part in talks, field trips, and activities that deepen your knowledge of our state✔ Support efforts to preserve and share the heritage of Sabah for generations to come
As we celebrate 65 years of “to know Sabah,” we invite you to be part of this meaningful journey. Together, let us continue to preserve our shared heritage and foster a deeper appreciation for Sabah’s culture and natural treasures.
👉 Don’t miss this special anniversary promotion. Become a member today and celebrate 65 years of discovery with us!

Annual General Meeting 2025
2025-09-26 18:30 - 22:00 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
Dear Sabah Society members,

We would like to announce the details of the upcoming Annual General Meeting for 2025/2026 is as follows:

Date: 26 September 2025 (Friday)
Time: 6:30 pm
Venue: The Sabah Society Secretariat, Plaza Damai

The Sabah Society Committee 2024/25 will present and discuss past year AGM minutes, financial reports, and past events. The highlight will be the election of the Office Bearer and Committee Members for term 2025/2026.

Kindly renew annual membership to ensure voting rights. As per the Constitution, life members and ordinary members (RM75) are eligible for voting. Student memberships (RM30) is reserved for observation. All members enjoy the benefits of subsidized fieldtrips and usage of The Sabah Society library at the Secretariat. Members will also receive a complimentary copy of the Sabah Society e-journal.

We greatly appreciate your continued support for The Sabah Society in living up to its motto: To Know Sabah. The Sabah Society is made up of volunteers such as yourselves. Let us all contribute to ensure the success of the society. Your attendance is very important in order to meet the quorum for an AGM.

Sincerely,
Rachel Yee
Honorary Secretary 2024/2026

Buaya Sabah: Guardians of Our Heritage & Rivers
2025-09-26 20:00 - 22:00 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
Sabah is home to the saltwater crocodile, a species that has long shaped the ecology and culture of our rivers. Dr Sai Explores the biology and ecology of C. porosus in maintaining healthy ecosystems and our role in ensuring that crocodiles remain an enduring part of Sabah’s landscapes and identity.

The Land of The Disappearing Identity: Adaptability in The Sabahan Ethnic Landscape
2025-10-30 20:00 - 22:00 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
Sabah’s rich ethnic landscape is shifting. As traditions meet modern life, what happens to identity? In this month’s talk, we explore how Sabahans are adapting to cultural change and how and whether this truly affects ethnic identity. This eye-opening talk invites you to reflect on what it means to belong in a land where identity is both disappearing and transforming. Whether you’re Sabahan, Malaysian, or simply curious; come listen, question, and connect.

Bajau Laut: The Sea Is Our Home
2025-11-13 20:00 - 22:00 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
Bajau Laut: The Sea is Our Home is a poignant documentary by Joo Peter, capturing the vanishing way of life and struggles of the sea-dwelling Bajau Laut in Semporna, Sabah. The screening will last 63 minutes, followed by a discussion with the film-maker on the social issues that affect the Bajau Laut. Join us on Thursday the 13th of November to understand the cultural identity and fragile maritime existence of the Bajau Laut.

Danum Valley Trip
2025-12-05 08:00 - 2025-12-07 17:00 | Danum Valley Conservation area, Malaysia
Experience the untouched beauty of Danum Valley on this guided trip—encounter exotic wildlife, ancient rainforest, and unique eco-adventures in Borneo.

Join an unforgettable Danum Valley trip and explore Borneo’s pristine rainforest, rare wildlife, and stunning landscapes. Perfect for nature lovers and adventurers.

Due to election day coinciding with the original date of our Danum Valley trip, the dates have been changed. Mark your calendar with the new dates: 05 Dec 2025 — 07 Dec 2025

Don’t miss this opportunity to grab exclusive deals to Danum Valley only available for The Sabah Society! Normally RM 4,450 per pax, TSS have special rates for our members and those who join us only on this occasion. For triple sharing the price is as low as RM 1,197 per pax.

Implementing Totally Protected Species Action Plans: Intelligence, Enforcement, and Digital Innovation
2025-12-10 20:00 - 22:00 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
Goossens’ talk features the Danau Girang Field Centre’s work on consolidating the intelligence, enforcement and prosecution capacity to mitigate wildlife crimes in Sabah. This is done through the establishment of specialised units such as the Intelligence Unit, the Forensic Unit and the Rapid Response Teams for the Sabah Wildlife Department. Join us on Wednesday to hear more about what we can do to protect our wildlife in Sabah.

Beyond the Jungle: A Journey in Conservation
2026-01-22 20:00 - 22:00 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
In Yulinda’s presentation, she will highlight remarkable flora and fauna discoveries from her work in Tawau, share insights from her field research, technical DSLR camera trap documentation, and showcase her efforts in promoting Tawau as a destination for nature lovers through strong conservation-driven tourism initiatives. Her journey into conservation began unexpectedly. Growing up as a local Sabahan with little connection to nature, she later developed a deep passion for wildlife and forests through hands-on field experience.

Spiders of Borneo Book Launch
2026-01-26 18:00 - 21:30 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
A keen nature photographer, specialising in the spiders, insects and birds of Borneo, Wong’s works have been used by various magazines and publications. He is currently a member of the Malaysian Nature Society-Bird Conservation Council Records Committee, which assesses rare bird records for Malaysia. He authored A Naturalist Guide to the Birds of Borneo, also published by John Beaufoy.

Reptiles of Borneo Book Launch
2026-01-26 18:00 - 21:30 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
Indraneil Das is a Professor at the Institute of Biodiversity and Environmental Conservation, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak. He has a DPhil from Oxford University and was a Fulbright Postdoctoral Fellow at the Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard University. He has authored many books on reptiles and amphibians.

Gourmet Tuhau: A Sabahan Delicacy
2026-02-26 20:00 - 22:00 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
From garden soil to shared stories, Shernytta Poloi’s Gourmet Tuhau Sambal is more than a condiment. Rooted in Dusun village life in Tenghilan, her cooking is a tribute to the stories she grew up listening to while preparing food in her family kitchen. She works closely with traditional ingredients sourced from her own garden and the local secrere(market). Inspired by stories shared during paddy harvesting, her food carries memory and meaning. Through her Tuhau sambal, Shernytta keeps Dusun food traditions alive in simple and thoughtful ways, one jar at a time.

The Importance of Seagrass in Sabah
2026-03-07 20:00 - 22:00 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
Seagrass is often mistaken for seaweed, but it is a completely different organism. Unlike seaweed, seagrass is a marine flowering plant that thrives in shallow coastal waters. It plays a vital role in marine ecosystems by acting as a natural engineer of the seafloor, providing essential habitats for countless marine species, enhancing coastal protection against erosion, and capturing and storing carbon. Beyond these functions, seagrass contributes to water quality, biodiversity, and the overall health of our oceans. Come and learn how we can all play a part in protecting and conserving seagrass habitats.

The Borneo Graveyard: 1941–1945
2026-03-17 20:00 - 22:00 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
This book portrays the horrific story of Borneo during the Japanese occupation of 1941-1945. Thousands of Australian, British, Dutch and Indian POWs, internees, locals of Borneo and Javanese ramusha perished in Borneo during this period. Allied POWs, who were sent to various POW camps in British and Dutch Borneo, were to die of maltreatment, malnutrition or execution. Many were forced to walk Death Marches in the jungle which came to a horrifying conclusion. This book is a tribute to the strength of character and bravery of those who endured the Japanese occupation.

Birding in Sabah — Nenita Tan
2026-04-24 20:00 - 22:00 | The Sabah Society Secretariat, Luyang, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88450, Malaysia
Join acclaimed photographer Nenita Tan for an immersive journey into birding in Sabah. Sabah is a global biodiversity hotspot, home to over 600 bird species—from the iconic Great Argus to elusive endemics. Through her stunning lens, Nenita shares the stories behind her most breathtaking shots, practical field tips for avian photography, and the raw beauty of Borneo’s rainforests. Whether you’re a birder or a shutterbug, discover the magic of Sabah’s winged wonders.t
