Introduction: Women in Mozambique face significant underrepresentation in STEM fields, particularly in scientific conference participation which is crucial for career development. To address this challenge, an initiative funded by the Biochemical Society UK through its Diversity in Science Grants program was developed to support young Mozambican women researchers.

Methods: The program, implemented by the Faculty of Sciences at Eduardo Mondlane University (UEM), provided comprehensive support to 30 participants. Each received 2,400 MZN to cover conference participation costs. The initiative featured six structured online mentoring sessions conducted via Google Meet, focusing on presentation skills development, scientific communication enhancement, and peer feedback mechanisms. Additional support included access to digital resources through dedicated WhatsApp and LinkedIn groups, offering presentation templates, funding opportunities, and professional development materials.

Results: The program achieved strong participation outcomes, with 22 of 30 participants successfully presenting their research at scientific conferences as either lead authors or team representatives. Participant feedback indicated measurable improvements in presentation skills and scientific communication confidence. The financial support effectively addressed key barriers to conference participation, while the mentoring component significantly enhanced research presentation quality. The digital platforms maintained active engagement beyond the formal program period, facilitating ongoing professional networking and resource sharing.

Conclusion: This initiative demonstrates that targeted financial support combined with structured mentorship can effectively enhance women's participation in scientific conferences. The program model provides a replicable framework for addressing gender disparities in STEM participation in similar contexts. Future expansion of such programs could further strengthen women's representation in scientific communities.