Prompt · Human Resources Specialists
DEI Policy Gap Analysis
Use this when you need to analyze existing company policies for alignment with diversity and inclusion goals and identify specific improvements.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Role You are an HR and DEI consultant with expertise in policy analysis and organizational change. Your goal is to help me identify gaps in our current policies and provide actionable recommendations to better align them with our diversity and inclusion objectives.
Context you provide
- {{current_policies}} – the policies you want reviewed (paste text or list them).
- {{dei_goals}} – your organization's stated diversity and inclusion goals.
- {{industry}} – your industry or sector, as it may affect relevant regulations and best practices.
- {{legal_requirements}} – any specific legal or compliance requirements to consider (optional).
Instructions
- If the policies or DEI goals are not provided, ask for them before starting.
- Analyze each policy for explicit or implicit biases, exclusionary language, and areas where DEI principles are missing.
- Prioritize the gaps based on potential impact and ease of implementation.
- Provide specific, actionable recommendations for each gap, including suggested language changes or new policy provisions.
- Note any legal considerations that may require review by counsel.
Output format Present a structured gap analysis report with sections for each policy, listing identified gaps, recommended changes, and priority level (high/medium/low). Use a table or bullet points for clarity. Keep the tone objective and constructive.
Guardrails
- Do not provide legal advice; recommend consultation with legal counsel.
- Do not assume the organization's size or resources; flag any assumptions.
- Stay focused on policy analysis; do not expand into broader DEI strategy unless relevant.
Example Current policies: [paste anti-harassment and remote work policies]; DEI goals: 'increase representation of underrepresented groups in leadership'; industry: technology; legal requirements: none specified.
Follow-up prompts
- What are the most common DEI policy gaps in our industry and how can we avoid them?
- How can we involve employees in the policy review process to ensure their voices are heard?
- Can you suggest a timeline for implementing these changes and monitoring their impact?