Rakhine Water Festival - Des Moines
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Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 23, 2026

What we collect

We collect information you submit through contact, volunteer, and sponsorship forms, including your name, email, and message details.

How we use your data

We use your information only to respond to your request and coordinate festival-related communication. We do not sell your personal data.

Data retention

We retain submitted form data only as long as needed for festival operations, recordkeeping, and legal obligations.

Contact

If you have privacy questions, contact committee@arakanrootsandrise.com.

Rakhine Water Festival

Celebrating Thingyan and Rakhine heritage in the heart of Iowa since 2015.

Our History

The Rakhine community of Des Moines began celebrating Thingyan in 2015 with a small neighborhood gathering. Over a decade later, the festival has grown into one of Iowa's most anticipated cultural events.

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Mission & Values

  • Preserve Rakhine culture and tradition
  • Foster joy and renewal across generations
  • Welcome all neighbors and communities
  • Operate transparently as a nonprofit
  • Invest every dollar back into the community

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