In 1989, YTYIH became an independent, chartered NGO, forming a completely separately separate program from the Ministry of Health (MOH). Despite theis, YTYIH still maintains a a strong working relationships with the MOH. The MOH continues to be one of YTYIH's strongest supporters, particularly in regards to providing technical and medical expertise and clinic operational support.
From it humble beginnings, YTYIH is now a strong Marshallese Society. Its former youth members are active members of their respective communities, and may have gone on to work in the education and health fields; all armed with pertinent health knowledge and, more importantly, a strong sense of self and self-confidence that enables them to be proactive in initiating and implementing activities that help improve their communities.

Today, one of YTYIH's main accomplishments is the construction of Youth Health Center in the Uliga Downtown area, consisting of office and training space on the second floor, and clinic and counseling offices on the first floor. From this location and with facilities available, YTYIH continues to expand and improve its program base and services to Marshallese young people.