Cynthia Morfin

Cynthia Morfin became involved with the criminal legal system in 1995 when her son, Nick, received a life without parole sentence for a crime committed at the age of 17.  In 2021, prosecutors dropped charges against Nick; Nick came home after more than 25 years in prison. During the past 20  years, Cynthia has grown increasingly more passionate about reforming the system. She is an active member of Communities and Relatives of Illinois Incarcerated Children (CRIIC) and frequently participates in legislative change initiatives, going to Springfield to advocate for change. Cynthia retired after working for 30 years in finance for Quantum Foods. She volunteers for the NICU Unit at the Advocate Christ Hospital, where she soothes infants with natal complications.