Transplant Australia's Journey of Hope radio appeal is being staged by 2GB/2CH on Wednesday August 24 from 6am-6pm. To support the appeal please call 1800 827 757.

Almost 1,700 terminally-ill Australians are waiting for a life-saving transplant.

Many families are dislocated from their home community and work life as they move closer to a transplant unit to wait.

Through the Journey of Hope you will meet four Australians who are awaiting an organ transplant and their families.

We will hear of their hopes and dreams, their fears and, hopefully, their triumph.