A South Korean cyber diplomatic envoy group, VANK, initiated a global campaign on Monday to address the widespread misconception that Greenland and Africa are comparable in size. The campaign aims to highlight the significant distortion caused by the Mercator projection, a common map projection that exaggerates the size of landmasses further from the equator. VANK argues this distortion leads to an underestimation of Africa’s true size and, consequently, a diminished perception of its global importance. The group is disseminating corrected maps and educational materials through social media and direct outreach to international organizations and media outlets. They intend to raise awareness about the inaccuracies of commonly used maps and promote a more accurate geographical understanding. VANK hopes this campaign will foster a more balanced and informed global perspective. The initiative underscores the impact of cartography on perceptions of size and significance.