(7) This section shall be self-executing. You have a right to work free from discrimination.This includes being free from harassment, unfair treatment, and retaliation. An employer shall not do any of the following: (a) Fail or refuse to hire or recruit, discharge, or otherwise discriminate against an individual. Michigan law prohibits discrimination in employment, education, housing, public accommodations, and public service. You also have the right to a safe workplace, and the right to be free from discrimination and sexual harassment. Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex and national origin. This article discusses some of the employment discrimination laws applicable to the private sector in Michigan. The discussion will. The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act substantially advanced the state's efforts to eliminate discrimination in employment, education, housing, public service.