Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex and national origin. Title VII forbids discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, with some limited exceptions.Harassment and hostile environment. The FEHA prohibits harassment based on a protected category against an employee, an applicant, an unpaid intern or volunteer, or a contractor. A) Discriminatory practices prohibited; employees or applicants for employment subject to coverage.