"Known as Global Messengers they are instrumental in helping grow the awareness and understanding of Special Olympics and to communicate the powerful declarations of hope, acceptance, dignity and courage of Special Olympics athletes around the world."
As a Global Messenger, Ms Boyle is looking forward to returning the favour to Special Olympics.
"I would like to talk with other people and give back to Special Olympics for all the help they have given me."
To date 63 athletes have graduated as Global Messengers and have gone on to represent Special Olympics around New Zealand and abroad.
The 2017 class of Global Messengers will begin their athlete leadership training early next year at the first of a series of workshops. These will teach public speaking, media liaison, presentation skills, speech writing, goal-setting and leadership.