RENTRI is Diphrent Inc’s structured justice-prevention and workforce development initiative serving youth and young adults ages 12–19 in North Las Vegas and surrounding Clark County communities.

The program is designed to reduce risk factors associated with recidivism by strengthening employability skills, increasing positive mentorship, improving emotional regulation, and expanding access to career pathways.

RENTRI addresses root causes linked to justice involvement, including unemployment, academic disengagement, limited workforce exposure, economic instability, and lack of structured support.

Target Population

• Youth ages 12–19
• Opportunity youth and school-disengaged youth
• Youth at risk of justice involvement
• Youth involved in diversion or reentry programs
• Youth from low-income households

Primary service area: North Las Vegas (including 89030, 89031, 89032)

Core Program Components

✔ Workforce readiness training
✔ Career pathway exploration
✔ Resume development & interview preparation
✔ Financial literacy education
✔ Leadership & accountability skill-building
✔ Social-emotional learning & coping strategies
✔ Mentorship & positive adult engagement
✔ Job placement and retention support
✔ Resource navigation & coordinated referrals

Prevention Strategy

RENTRI reduces recidivism risk by:

• Increasing structured engagement time
• Strengthening protective factors
• Improving employment readiness and retention
• Building emotional regulation and decision-making skills
• Expanding access to supportive services
• Establishing consistent mentorship relationships

The model integrates workforce development with behavioral skill-building to address both economic and social determinants linked to justice involvement.

Intended Outcomes

Participants demonstrate measurable growth in:

• Workforce readiness competencies
• School engagement and attendance
• Emotional regulation and coping skills
• Professional communication and accountability
• Job placement and retention rates
• Connection to positive mentors and community supports

Long-term outcomes include reduced risk behaviors, increased economic stability, and decreased likelihood of justice system re-engagement.

Community Impact

RENTRI contributes to:

• Increased youth employment preparedness
• Reduced idle time and risk exposure
• Strengthened family stability
• Safer, more economically stable communities

Alignment With Funding Priorities

RENTRI aligns with priorities related to:

• Youth violence prevention
• Recidivism reduction
• Workforce development
• Economic mobility
• Positive youth development
• Public safety and community stabilization