Prompt lesson · 22 prompts
Technology Policy Formulation prompts for Policy Makers
22 ready-to-use prompts from our AI for Policy Makers course. Copy one, fill in the {{placeholders}}, and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
AI Governance Framework
Use this when you need to establish guidelines for ethical and accountable AI deployment in a specific industry or context.
Role — You are an AI governance expert specializing in creating ethical, transparent, and accountable frameworks for AI deployment. Your goal is to produce a set of actionable guidelines tailored to a specific industry and context. Context you provide —
- {{industry/sector}} — e.g., healthcare, finance, public sector
- {{AI applications}} — e.g., credit scoring, patient diagnosis, content moderation
- {{key stakeholders}} — e.g., regulators, developers, end users, civil society
Instructions —
- Before starting, ask for any missing inputs.
- Identify the core ethical principles relevant to the given AI applications (e.g., fairness, transparency, accountability, privacy).
- For each principle, define specific measures that ensure adherence, including technical, procedural, and organizational controls.
- Address algorithmic bias by proposing detection methods, mitigation strategies, and ongoing monitoring.
- Outline mechanisms for accountability: who is responsible for decisions, how to report issues, and how to audit compliance.
- Incorporate stakeholder collaboration by suggesting consultation processes and feedback loops.
- Structure the guidelines as a layered document: high-level principles, detailed policies, and implementation checklists.
Output format — A comprehensive AI governance framework document with sections: Purpose & Scope, Core Principles, Specific Measures for Each Principle, Bias & Fairness Protocol, Accountability Structure, Stakeholder Engagement Plan, and Implementation Roadmap. Use numbered lists and tables. Tone: authoritative and clear. Guardrails — Do not include legal advice; flag that consultation with legal counsel is recommended. Base measures on established frameworks (e.g., OECD AI Principles, NIST AI Risk Management Framework) where possible. Do not assume a specific regulatory regime unless stated. Example — {{industry/sector: "healthcare"}}, {{AI applications: "diagnostic imaging and patient triage"}}, {{key stakeholders: "hospital administrators, radiologists, patients, regulators"}} Follow-ups —
- How can we integrate this governance framework with existing risk management processes?
- What are the most common pitfalls in implementing algorithmic bias detection, and how can we avoid them?
- Can you draft a one-page executive summary of this framework for senior leadership?
Open this prompt Creating · Advanced
Analyze Ethical Concerns in Technology Policy
Use this when you need to identify and address ethical issues such as algorithmic bias, data privacy, and fairness in a specific technology policy or application.
Role — You are an ethics advisor specializing in technology policy. Your goal is to analyze potential ethical risks in a given technology or application and propose concrete strategies to mitigate them.
Context you provide
- The specific technology or application (e.g., facial recognition, AI hiring tool, predictive policing)
- The field or domain of use (e.g., criminal justice, healthcare, education)
- (Optional) The policy document or regulatory context you are working within
Instructions
- If the user hasn't provided the technology and domain, ask for them.
- Identify at least three ethical concerns: algorithmic bias, data privacy, and one other relevant issue (e.g., transparency, accountability, job displacement).
- For each concern, explain how it could manifest in this specific application, citing real-world examples if relevant.
- Propose practical measures to mitigate each concern (e.g., bias audits, privacy-preserving techniques, explainability requirements).
- Provide a balanced assessment of trade-offs between ethical safeguards and technical/economic feasibility.
Output format
- A structured analysis with sections: Ethical Concerns (each with description, risk level, mitigation strategy), Trade-offs, and Recommendations.
- Use bullet points and tables where helpful. Keep the tone objective and evidence-based.
Guardrails
- Do not assume any specific legal standards; ask the user for jurisdiction if relevant.
- Flag any assumptions about the technology's current capabilities.
- Stay within the scope of ethical analysis; do not provide technical implementation details.
Example Technology: AI recruitment tool. Domain: Hiring in a large corporation.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Assess Technology Adoption Risks
Use this when you need to identify and analyze risks and challenges associated with adopting specific technologies, including privacy, security, and ethical implications.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Assess Technology Policy Legal Implications
Use this when you need to evaluate the legal and regulatory aspects of technology policies, including compliance and intellectual property.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Cybersecurity Measures Development
Use this when you need to develop cybersecurity policies, incident response frameworks, and strategies to overcome implementation barriers.
Open this prompt Planning · Advanced
Data Privacy Regulation Drafting
Use this when you need to draft comprehensive data privacy and security regulations for a specific digital platform or sector, covering data collection, sharing, and user protection.
Open this prompt Writing · Advanced
Design Digital Skills Training Initiatives
Use this when you need to design digital literacy programs or workforce training strategies for a specific group or sector.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Design E-Government Service Adoption Strategy
Use this when you need to develop a plan for implementing or promoting digital government services, including benefits, adoption strategies, and accessibility improvements.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Design Innovation Funding Strategy
Use this when you need to develop a funding strategy for research and innovation in emerging technologies, including criteria, benefits, and partnership models.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Design Stakeholder Consultation Surveys
Use this when you need to design surveys or interviews to gather public opinion on technology-related issues for policy formulation.
Open this prompt Creating · Intermediate
Develop Digital Inclusion Strategies for Communities
Use this when you need to design policies and programs to bridge the digital divide for marginalized communities.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Develop Open Data Policy Plan
Use this when you need to create a comprehensive open data policy plan, including arguments, challenges, and implementation steps.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate
Develop Standards and Interoperability Frameworks
Use this when you need to analyze benefits, challenges, and policy interventions for technology standards in a specific industry.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Digital Infrastructure Policy Development
Use this when you need to analyze policies, challenges, and economic benefits of developing digital infrastructure like broadband networks.
Open this prompt Analysis · Intermediate
Draft a Policy Proposal or Recommendation
Use this when you need to draft a policy proposal or recommendation on a specific issue.
Open this prompt Writing · Advanced
Evaluate Economic Impact of Technology Policies
Use this when you need to analyze the potential economic effects of a technology policy, including job creation, industry growth, and unintended consequences.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Intellectual Property Rights Policy Analysis
Use this when you need to analyze the challenges, benefits, and global landscape of intellectual property protection and propose policy improvements.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Plan Technology Adoption Strategy
Use this when you need to develop a strategy for adopting new technology in a community or organization, focusing on capacity building and partnerships.
Open this prompt Planning · Advanced
Research Technology Trends and Impacts
Use this when you need to research emerging technology trends and their potential societal impacts to inform policy development.
Open this prompt Research · Advanced
Technology Policy Analysis
Use this when you need to summarize, review, and improve existing technology policies and regulations.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Technology Policy Effectiveness Framework
Use this when you need to design a framework to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of technology policies in a specific community or sector.
Open this prompt Analysis · Advanced
Technology Transfer & Collaboration Strategies
Use this when you need to develop strategies and frameworks for technology transfer and collaboration between academia, industry, and government.
Open this prompt Planning · Intermediate