The civil war in Syria has driven 6 million refugees from their homeland. Over 650,000 have relocated to neighboring Jordan, majorly impacting the lives of local citizens. Nippon International Cooperation for Community Development (NICCO) has worked in Jordan for nearly 30 years, providing support to both refugees and poor Jordanians through projects promoting better employment chances and personal income. It also tackles emotional care for children scarred by war and poverty. "It's the hard work of our local staff members that allows us to work side by side with Syrians and Jordanians," says Yuiko Isoda, who heads NICCO's Jordan office. Meanwhile, 8 years after the beginning of the war, Isoda is facing a shrinking budget. She's begun working with local NGOs to share skills, ensuring that support for those who need it remains in place.