The powers and duties of the commission shall be:
(1) To employ an executive director and other necessary personnel within the limits of funds made available;
(2) To conduct research projects or make studies into and publish reports on discrimination in Kentucky;
(3) To receive and investigate complaints of discrimination and to recommend ways of eliminating any injustices occasioned thereby;
(4) To hold public hearings and request the attendance of witnesses;
(5) To cooperate with other organizations, public and private, to discourage discrimination;
(6) To encourage fair treatment for all persons regardless of race or national ancestry;
(7) To make an annual report to the Governor of its activities under this chapter.