Café Pushkin still pushing for reintegration of former FARC members.

By Jenna Abaakouk September 18, 2019

Emerging businesses from guerrilla backgrounds like Café Pushkin feel the pressure after some ex-FARC leaders rearm.

Café Pushkin can be found in the historical centre, la Candelaria.
Café Pushkin can be found in the historical centre, la Candelaria. Photos: Steve Hide.

Since 2016, many former guerrilla members have taken the peace process as an opportunity to reintegrate into Colombian society. However, the still-present, violent image of these groups has been a huge obstacle. 

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