The Fusion Student Delegation (FuSD) is a non-partisan student organization dedicated to preparing the next generation of leaders in fusion energy policy. Each year, FuSD embarks on a week-long program in Washington, D.C., which includes policy workshops, discussions with experts, networking events, and meetings with congressional offices and federal agencies. 

Our third annual program took place on Saturday, May 9 – Friday, May 15, 2026, in Washington, D.C. Preparations for the 2027 program are underway!

FuSD gives students the opportunity to engage with Congress, executive agencies, think tanks, and industry groups; advocate for fusion energy-relevant policy; analyze existing public policy and write original policy statements; meet with fusion industry leaders, scientific experts, and policymakers in Washington, DC; and develop their science communication skills 

FuSD is open to all students who are either currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree, or are within six months of graduation at the time of the annual D.C. program (see our 'Governance' and 'Application' tabs for more details). Participants are selected for each year’s program through a multi-round application process.