Aibileen Clark

Aibileen Clark is a central character in the novel "The Help." She is a wise, compassionate African American woman who works as a maid in 1960s Jackson, Mississippi. Through her work, she cares for white families’ children and faces the challenges of racial segregation and discrimination. Aibileen is emotionally resilient, often providing comfort and guidance to those around her, especially the children she cares for. Her perspective offers insight into the struggles and injustices faced by Black individuals during that era, highlighting themes of dignity, courage, and the desire for social change.