dei-statement-drafter
npx machina-cli add skill aipoch/medical-research-skills/dei-statement-drafter --openclawDEI Statement Drafter
Draft Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) statements for academic job applications and grant proposals.
Usage
python scripts/main.py --template faculty --experiences experiences.txt
Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Default | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
--template, -t | string | faculty | No | Statement template (faculty, postdoc, grant) |
--experiences, -e | string | - | No | File with DEI-related experiences |
--output, -o | string | - | No | Output file path |
--best-practices, -b | flag | - | No | Show DEI statement best practices |
Statement Components
- Personal background and perspective
- DEI-related experiences
- Future plans and commitment
- Specific actions and initiatives
Output
- Structured DEI statement
- Section suggestions
- Best practice tips
Risk Assessment
| Risk Indicator | Assessment | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Code Execution | Python/R scripts executed locally | Medium |
| Network Access | No external API calls | Low |
| File System Access | Read input files, write output files | Medium |
| Instruction Tampering | Standard prompt guidelines | Low |
| Data Exposure | Output files saved to workspace | Low |
Security Checklist
- No hardcoded credentials or API keys
- No unauthorized file system access (../)
- Output does not expose sensitive information
- Prompt injection protections in place
- Input file paths validated (no ../ traversal)
- Output directory restricted to workspace
- Script execution in sandboxed environment
- Error messages sanitized (no stack traces exposed)
- Dependencies audited
Prerequisites
No additional Python packages required.
Evaluation Criteria
Success Metrics
- Successfully executes main functionality
- Output meets quality standards
- Handles edge cases gracefully
- Performance is acceptable
Test Cases
- Basic Functionality: Standard input → Expected output
- Edge Case: Invalid input → Graceful error handling
- Performance: Large dataset → Acceptable processing time
Lifecycle Status
- Current Stage: Draft
- Next Review Date: 2026-03-06
- Known Issues: None
- Planned Improvements:
- Performance optimization
- Additional feature support
Source
git clone https://github.com/aipoch/medical-research-skills/blob/main/scientific-skills/Academic writing/dei-statement-drafter/SKILL.mdView on GitHub Overview
DEI Statement Drafter generates structured Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statements for academic job applications and grant proposals. It guides you through core components like personal background, DEI-related experiences, and future commitments. The output includes a ready-to-use DEI statement, section suggestions, and practical best-practice tips to strengthen your submission.
How This Skill Works
Using a chosen template and a file of DEI-related experiences, it assembles a structured DEI statement. It outputs the completed statement along with section suggestions and best-practice tips to refine your application.
When to Use It
- Applying for a faculty position with a tailored DEI narrative
- Preparing a postdoc application highlighting inclusive mentoring and teaching
- Submitting a grant proposal with an explicit DEI plan
- Updating a dossier for departmental diversity initiatives
- Responding to job postings that require a DEI statement
Quick Start
- Step 1: Prepare a text file (experiences.txt) with DEI-related experiences and impact metrics
- Step 2: Run the tool using your chosen template, e.g., python scripts/main.py --template faculty --experiences experiences.txt
- Step 3: Review the generated DEI statement, adjust for your target institution, and save to your application materials
Best Practices
- Align the DEI narrative with the institution's mission and values
- Tie personal background to concrete, verifiable actions and outcomes
- Include measurable future commitments with timelines
- Use specific examples from your experiences file and avoid vague claims
- Write clearly and accessibly, minimizing jargon
Example Use Cases
- A junior faculty applicant describes mentoring underrepresented students and inclusive teaching practices
- A postdoc candidate outlines outreach collaborations and inclusive lab culture
- A grant applicant presents a DEI plan with pipelines for underrepresented groups
- An applicant highlights collaboration with diverse communities and measurable impact
- A candidate discusses anti-bias training and inclusive leadership roles
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