ABSTRACT
This chapter examines the remittance objectives of second-generation Ghanaian Americans and the factors that affect their decision to remit or not. The interview and survey questions were adapted from the study "Generational Differences in Remittance Practices of Filipino Americans" by Jennifer Bautista. The survey covered issues related to Ghanaian-language fluency, number of visits to Ghana, number of family members living in Ghana, current remittance practices, and intent to remit in the future. The interviews were semi-structured in nature and were conducted after the survey was administered. The data showed that second-generation Ghanaian Americans are more likely to send social remittances than monetary remittances because the participants viewed them more positively and saw them as a more effective means to create change in Ghana. Additionally, second-generation Ghanaians from different countries could determine whether there are differences in cultural identity, connection to Ghana, and remittance objectives based on geographical location.
