A Chronicle of My Transatlantic Journey to Become American
“My American Privilege” is a memoir by Alma Ohene-Opare, a Ghanaian immigrant who shares his transformative journey to becoming an American citizen. The narrative begins with Alma’s childhood in Ghana, rich in cultural heritage, and follows his transition to life in the United States, exploring themes of identity, purpose, and the pursuit of dreams. Alma details the challenges of assimilating into American culture while preserving his Ghanaian roots, alongside his struggles with financial and legal obstacles. His passion for technology and innovation fuels his professional success, and the memoir touches on his personal growth as a husband and father. With resilience, hard work, and faith as central themes, Alma’s story celebrates the American Dream through the lens of an immigrant’s experience.